Understanding Tingling in Your Feet

Tingling in your feet, on the other hand, means that your nerves are conducting signals a little differently than they should. This is often referred to as “paresthesia.” Sometimes this is uncomfortable and you might be wondering what led to it. Here we go with casual reasons of feeling this sensation.

Poor Circulation

Diabetic neuropathy is the leading cause of tingling in your feet, but there are additional causes as well. If your feet are feeling numb and tingly, it might be because the blood is not circulating properly. Underlying reasons are due to prolonged sitting or standing in one position. One example might be if you sit with your legs crossed for a while and then uncross them, this can feel pins & needles.

Nerve Damage

It might also be due to a nerve injury. Over time, diseases like diabetes can damage your nerves. Damaged, uncontrolled blood sugar levels can wreak havoc on your nerves. There is no wonder why armaholics often complain about feeling the pins — and needles of their diabetes. There are other conditions that affect nerves like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, which can cause those sensations as well.

Vitamin Deficiency

Vitamin deficiencies are also one of the causes due to which tingling occurs sometimes. For instance, a deficiency in vitamin B12 will affect nerve health. It Causes Numbness or Tingling Sensation in Feet: When the body is not supplied with essential vitamins, it may cause numb feet.

Anxiety and Stress

Tingling out of Anxiety Your body could manifest itself in different ways if your life is experienced as stressful, one of them being tingling sensations . The mind body connection is real, take care of your brain before it misbehaves and tries to mirror itself in the body.

When to Seek Help

It would be a wise thought to speak with a doctor if you often experience tingling or burning in your feet. However, they will be able to track down the cause and recommend appropriate treatment. Remember, monitoring your body for anything out of the ordinary is a part healthy way to live.