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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.
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when pressure is placed on the nerve, according to MayoClinic.com This pressure, which is usually due to inflammation, causes numbness in the hands and fingers, pain and weakness of the hand. The cause of carpal tunnel syndrome can be arthritis, diabetes, hormone disorders or repetitive use of the hand and wrist.