Poor blood flow/ circulation after exercise

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1/16/12 9:44 P

Thanks, Coach Nancy. I will check in with the doc.

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1/16/12 6:15 P

FLOPPYRETURNS,

I would encourage you to talk with your doctor about this. While SparkPeople is a great community for support and encouragement, when it comes to offering specific advice for those who have suffered an injury, illness, recovering from surgery or experiencing unusual signs after exercise, we recommend that you contact your doctor. Even if another member suffers from similar symptoms, it is always best to pass this by your doctor.

I wish you well and hope you get some answers.

Coach Nancy

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1/16/12 6:09 P

When I exercise for about an hour or more outside (no matter what the activity - hiking, running, rollerblading), I feel fine during the workout, but immediately after my hands start feeling very numb. I thought it was either an issue of needing to refuel after the workout or not wearing enough layers, but I've now remedied both and my hands still feel numb. Not sure what to do; sometimes it's so bad that driving would be difficult. Luckily, I often work out with my husband so then he just drives, but I'd still like to know if there is any way around this. The numbness lingers around for an hour or more before my hands return to normal. I read online that this is most likely the result of poor blood circulation but ironically the best remedy offered is exercising. And this happens to me routinely after exercise! Has anyone else experienced this and found any solution? Or should I go see a doctor? I don't have any major health issues, eat a balanced diet, work out, etc.