Tinggling in hands?

[NoYokes]

I have been body building for almost 4 years now and lately(past year) I get a tinggling feeling in my hands during the day. Feels like they are falling asleep? Doesnt happen everyday, I have done a few cycles over the years and put on some good size. Could the new muscle mass be pinching nerves? I also havent been able to sleep in all positions like I used to? Anyone else feel this?

[Johny-too-small]

Obviously you have some pinched nerve issues. Could be a number of issues:
1. Potassium is low
2. spinal column is out of alignment
3. Trigger points in your back causing muscle spasms
4. who knows..

Here are the steps Id take to solve it:
Id eat two or more bananas w/ milk right be for bed. If that doesn't work, try massage therapy or trigger point therapy. Then blood work and finally an MRI.

[juju]

Most likely its pinched nerves. I get tingling sensation on my little finger and ring finger then becomes numb later on. I searched online and found that I have cubital tunnel syndrome.
If you get the sensation from your thumb to index finger, then it is carpal tunnel syndrome.

[NoYokes]

That could be it. I had a kidney stone a year ago and the hospital gave me potassium, they said mine was extremely low. I will try the food b4 bed idea. all of my blood work has been in check. I eat alot of potatoes, I thought they are a good potassium source. Thanks for the info

[NoYokes]

I am a auto technician and have been diagnosed and treated for tendonitis in both hands a few years ago, but have not really had alot of flare ups. now that you mention little finger and ring finger, that is the same thing i have. sometimes it does go numb... do know if there is any treatment?

[RockyX]

Could also be thoracic outlet syndrome. Sometime if your flexors over power your extensors you can have sort of a "hunch" in your posture (anterior carriage). This can cause compression on the brachial plexus which is there the nerves for all of your upper extremities come from. A chiropractor can help you with this problem. When your hand tingles, do you still have feeling in your "thumb mucle" (thenar) or does that tingle as well?

[juju]

I am a auto technician and have been diagnosed and treated for tendonitis in both hands a few years ago, but have not really had alot of flare ups. now that you mention little finger and ring finger, that is the same thing i have. sometimes it does go numb... do know if there is any treatment?

I haven't had any treatments but I researched online and most people recommend not to aggravate the nerve - meaning try keep your arm in a natural extended position. Also try not to bend your hand backwards or lean on the wall or table with applying most of the weight on your hand.
I tried all of that and seems to work except when I am at the table eating, I get the tingling sensation on the hand that I feed myself with, so I have to switch hands holding the fork. lol

[RockyX]

Agian, if you are a heavy lifter, I wouldn't rule out thoracic outlet syndrome. If you have a heavy anterior (Pecs and delts and such) and a weaker posterior this can result in a postural change that can cause compression on the brachial plexus. Dunno for sure if that's what you have really, but it doesn't help to read anything that may help. Here is some info for you. There are certain postural exercises and such that you can do to heal this fairly quickly.

Traumatic TOS may be caused by traumatic or repetitive activities such as a motor vehicle accident or hyperextension injury (for example, after a person overextends an arm during exercise or while reaching for an object). Pain is the most common symptom of this TOS, and often occurs with tenderness. Paresthesias (an abnormal burning or prickling sensation generally felt in the hands, arms, legs, or feet), sensory loss, and weakness also occur. Certain body postures may exacerbate symptoms of the disorder.

Symptoms of TOS include pain, numbness and tingling, (pressure on sensory nerves) weakness and fatigue (pressure on motor nerves) or swelling and coldness in the arm and hand (pressure on blood vessels). The symptoms can mimic many other conditions, such as a herniated disk in the neck, carpal tunnel syndrome, and even bursitis of the shoulder. Thus this syndrome can be very difficult to diagnose.

Good posture and overall conditioning are very important in treating TOS. The length of time the arms are used in outstretched or overhead positions should be reduced and spaced. Taking frequent breaks, changing positions, and stretching are useful. A home program of exercise is essential and must be performed consistently to produce benefits. Symptoms often respond to an exercise program addressing a healthy posture and muscle balance. Stretching and strengthening can help achieve optimal posture. Obese patients should seek advise for safe weight loss. A work site specialist can evaluate your workplace to determine safe alignment, work site postures, and work-related furniture. Surgery for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is the last resort.

[heavyquestions]

I experienced this as well...the doc told me I pinched a nerve slightly in my elbow.