Causes and Treatment of Paresthesia

9. Risk Factors for Paresthesia

In addition to having a condition that causes paresthesia, some common risk factors increase the likelihood a person will experience the sensation. Excess weight can place pressure on the nerves, making people with obesity and pregnant women higher risk demographics. Those on prolonged bed rest may also experience paresthesia when laying in one position compresses the nerves. People whose jobs or hobbies require repetitive movements, such as typing or swinging a golf club, are at greater risk. This is especially true for women, whose smaller frames make them more susceptible to carpal tunnel syndrome.