Why Are Hands Cold?
Cold Hands May Be Caused by Simply Being in a Cold Room or Other Chilly Environment. Cold Hands Are Often a Sign That Your Body Is Trying to Maintain Its...
Cold hands may be caused by simply being in a cold room or other chilly environment. Cold hands are often a sign that your body is trying to maintain its normal body temperature. Always having cold hands, however, could mean there's a problem with your blood flow or the blood vessels in your hands.
When should I worry about cold hands?
Make an appointment to see your doctor if you're concerned about persistently cold hands. Your doctor can check if your cold hands are caused by a problem with your blood flow or nerves. Treatment is aimed at the underlying cause of your cold hands.How do you fix cold hands?
Cold Hands: Home Treatment
- Wear gloves to protect your hands from the cold.
- Wave your arms in a circular motion to force blood out into your hands.
- Blow warm air onto cold hands.
- Tuck your hands inside clothing next to warm skin, such as your chest, belly, or armpit.
Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.
