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hand falls "asleep" while running

aeverton
aeverton Posts: 359
edited January 28 in Fitness and Exercise
I've noticed about a mile in my runs my right hand (3 fingers) fall asleep- anyone else have this?? I'm thinking it could be carpal tunnel related???


Angie

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  • jacksonpt
    jacksonpt Posts: 10,413 Member
    Happens to me, too, though it doesn't generally last very long.
  • kylamaries
    kylamaries Posts: 291
    It occasionally happens to me, so that's when I just shake my hands out one-by-one. It makes me look a little insane to go running down the street flailing my arms but I have to do it once every mile. If you're concerned, I would just call up your doctor's office and inquire about it. If he/she is concerned, you could schedule an appointment but it doesn't sound too serious! Good luck!
  • lcvaughn520
    lcvaughn520 Posts: 219 Member
    My foot randomly falls asleep after about 2.5 miles, which is kind of scary. I'm already very clumsy, so I don't need anything making it worse!! It usually fixes itself after a while. I have NO idea what causes it.
  • jacksonpt
    jacksonpt Posts: 10,413 Member
    I always assume it was tied to blood flow... but that's really only a guess.
  • aeverton
    aeverton Posts: 359
    I guess I'll do some internet research, see what I can find out...if not doctor visit.

    Angie
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