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Numbness in the Hands. Numbness in the hands is a sensation of loss of feelings in the hands, often referred to as falling asleep. Symptoms of hand numbness are tingling, pins-and-needles, prickling sensations. Sleeping on your hands or holding your hands above your head for a long period of time will cause numbness.
Others causes of tingling in the hands and legsâ¦. 1  Sitting or standing in the same position for prolonged periods of time. 2  Nerve damage. 3  Pressure on spinal nerves caused by a herniated disc. 4  Having abnormal levels of calcium, potassium, or sodium in the body. 5  Lack of vitamins, primarily vitamin B12.