Most often, when there is a sensation of numbness in the extremities, we are used to saying "lying on the leg" or "laying his hand". Quite often it is the uncomfortable position during sleep or rest and, as a consequence, the violation of blood supply, is the cause of such a phenomenon. But if the numbness of the extremities is permanent and appears regardless of the position of the body, then it is quite possible that this is a symptom of a disease.
Causes of limb numbness
The cause of this phenomenon may be health problems:
- diabetes;
- osteochondrosis;
- diseases of the spinal column (hernia, trauma, spondylosis);
- disturbances of cerebral blood supply;
- hereditary diseases;
- joint diseases (arthritis);
- compression of nerve endings in places of folds (groin, knees, elbows, wrists);
- sclerosis;
- decreased activity of the thyroid gland;
- alcoholism;
- deficiency of vitamins.
The cause of numbness of the lower extremities is often problems with the vessels of the legs. It:
- varicose disease;
- Raynaud's disease ;
- thromboangiitis and others.
Symptoms of numbness of the limbs
Numbness of the limbs have pronounced symptoms that are difficult to confuse with anything. Most often, this sensation occurs on a specific leg or arm. In the case of numbness of the limbs during sleep, sensitivity is restored in a short time after awakening and restoration of blood supply. But with some diseases, numbness can be of an increasing nature, with the passage of time hitting a larger section of the limb.
Typically, numbness symptoms are described as the appearance in the sensation of crawling, tingling, constriction, and coldness in one or both extremities. In some particularly severe cases, loss of sensation in the legs or hands can be accompanied by dizziness and loss of consciousness.
Treatment of pathology
As you know, the treatment of any disease begins with the establishment of the cause of its occurrence. So in the case of numbness of the limbs treatment is appointed by a doctor on the basis of anamnesis. In addition to treating the disease with this symptom, it is possible to connect and such treatment methods as:
- manual therapy ;
- Physiotherapeutic procedures (microcurrent, ultrasound, laser);
- physiotherapy.
As one of the components of the treatment of numbness of the limbs (if there are no contraindications), one can name the connection of physical activity and maintenance. Running, skiing, swimming - all this contributes to the activation of the muscles and blood supply and has a good effect on overall well-being. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle has long been a good form of modern man. If you are often disturbed by the loss of sensitivity of the limbs, adjust also the nutrition:
- Eliminate alcohol, coffee, strong tea.
- Eat foods rich in iron.
- Include cereals in the diet.
Also, you should stop smoking, do hardening procedures and a contrast shower. Additional intake of B vitamins is necessary to eliminate this feeling.
In turn, folk medicine also gives several tips on the treatment of numbness in the limbs.
Garlic tincture:
- Peeled and crushed garlic fill a 0.5 liter jar with one third.
- The remaining space is filled with vodka, and insist for two weeks, sometimes shaking.
- Then take this medicine for a month for five drops three times a day.
To improve the circulation of blood, you can prepare such rubbing:
- Grind three hot peppers, two pickles and pour half a liter of vodka.
- Leave for a week in a dark place.
- Then strain and use for grinding.
Pepper tincture:
- Mix 100 grams of ground pepper with a liter of vegetable oil.
- Stir on a small fire for half an hour.
- Use for massage and grinding numb places several times a day.
Lilac infusion as a compress will help get rid of discomfort for ten days. For its preparation:
- A glass of lilac flowers pour 0.5 liters of vodka.
- Insist for a week.