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Numbness or tingling in the hands occurs when nerves in the arm or wrist are compressed or damaged, according to WebMD. One of the simplest causes for nerve compression during sleep is when the arm is bent for a prolonged time or rested underneath another part of the body.
Causes of Right Hand Numbness. 1  Stroke- Strokes can cause numbness on the right side of the body. 2  Multiple Sclerosis- This is an inflammatory condition that causes damage to the spinal cord and brain.  Palsy- A palsy causes numbness, weakness or paralysis on one part of the body.