My hands are always cold - how do I improve circulation?

Question

I usually work out every day or every other day - I do a lot of cardio.

My energy level is generally pretty good - sometimes I have a low-energy day, but I think that's normal. Yes, thankfully I do sleep well right now. I've just started getting slight headaches for short periods of time. Yeah, I think my hair/nails grow at a normal pace. My memory sucks for my age & sometimes I struggle to concentrate. My s*x drive is normal & I don't really have allergies. So, I guess I fit some categories but not others...

Answer 1

After seeing a doctor to eliminate any possibility of diabetes or neuropathy.. You can have Geriatrics massage done that works with your lymphatic system (circulatory).  This has been proven to assist in the extremities bringing back the circulation even with clients with the above problems, but must be done with the doctors knowledge. Part of the problem could be frozen muscles in the forearms that could be tightening down on the circulatory system.  However, doing deep tissue work (or any type of pressure more then a feather) will shut down that system for 15 minuets.  So, I would recommend seeing a Massage Therapist (after seeing the doctor) who is certified in Lymphatic drainage or geriatrics.  Hope that helps, cheers.

Answer 2

do you have any other symptoms?

asking since this is one symptom i have that led to an unusual diagnosis.

how is your energy level?

sleep well?

do your hair and nails grow normally?

headaches?

how is your concentration and memory?

s*x drive?

allergies?

I realize all this is strange questioning, although when I finally found out what was going on, it was b/c someone thought to ask these questions and YES, in my case, they were all related, as strange as that may be...if so, I can share more info with you! :)

Answer 3

Put the beer down, now your hands will warm up.  

Seriously, cold hands could be a sign of circulatory problems or it could be nothing. Usually exercise will increase circulation to the muscles of the hand.  Try squeezing a small rubber ball.   It would not hurt to see a Doctor and get a check up.  You should do this every year anyway!!!!

Answer 4

Do cardiovascular exercise. Wear gloves to keep your hands warm by drawing blood to the area.

Answer 5

Take some kelp or some l' arginine which is good for circulation. As someone posted above you might need to get your thyroid checked.

Answer 6

Cold hands can be a sign of hypothyroid problems or anemia. Might want to get blood tests