Although this side effect affects each person differently, the following are several extremely common menopausal paresthesis symptoms:
Nerve pain Loss of dexterity Loss of mobility Feet and hands "falling asleep" Crawling sensations Hypersensitive extremities Overall increase in sensitivity Pale skin color Flushed skin Muscle cramping Altered reflexes Burning extremities Insomnia Loss of balance Numbness "Pins and Needles" sensations Joint pain Burning sensations Inexplicable buzzing sensations Weakness of the muscles Muscle cool or warmth sensations Alterations in touch perception Prickling sensations Feeling as though a warm liquid is being poured over you Feeling as though you are walking upon rocks, even when the ground is level and smooth Feeling as though your skin is crawlingTreating Tingling Extremities Symptoms
When paresthesis is a product of menopause and fluctuating hormonal levels, you need only to address these deficiencies when attempting to alleviate tingling sensations in your extremities. If you are at all acquainted with the treatment of other side effects associated with hormonal transition, you likely area already aware that the most effective way to tackle paresthesis symptoms is through a combination of lifestyle alterations and alternative medicines.
Lifestyle changes, like an improved diet, regular exercise and relaxation techniques, can all improve the overall health and longevity of your body, which promotes hormonal stability and stimulates the production of estrogen. A healthy diet and daily exercise regimen will stimulate adequate blood flow throughout the body, reducing the occurrence of paresthesis, while relaxation techniques help to calm the body and melt away stress, allowing the body to better defend itself against the many negative emotional and physical side effects of menopause.
Alternative medicines can also be implemented, and they will work most effectively when used in conjunction with lifestyle changes. Phytoestrogenic supplements, acupuncture, meditation, aromatherapy and hypnosis are just several examples of the many alternative remedies with which many women have found solace and a reduction in the occurrence of paresthesis, as well as many other symptoms of menopause.
If a combination of alternative remedies and lifestyle alterations fails to alleviate your tingling extremities to some degree, you may wish to seek the opinion of a doctor or physician, as they will be able to better direct you. Continue reading about the causes of tingling extremities.
