What could cause numbness in the arm?

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

You could have a pinched nerve in your neck or you could have carpel tunnel syndrome. If the numbness presists see your doctor.

Answer by  srinee (94)

Continuous work in the computer without any rest can definitely cause numbness in arms. This can spread in hands also. Numbness can be there while you sleep in a single side without changing positions. Blood circulation becomes poor in such parts and so numbness is created. Numbness increases when you get older.

Answer by  CCB (67)

It could be a pinched nerve or maybe a nerve in the elbow or wrist that is causing numbness in the arm. If it has lasted too long, better to contact a doctor to find out for you. If there is any bruising from a recent accident that could be the cause as well.

Answer by  Jenny25 (939)

It seems like your arm may be subject to some form of paralysis. It seems that the nerves are not circulating well.