Q The numbness is much worse the day after drinking and on cold days. Is there a connection?
A Cold narrows peripheral vessels and makes numbness more pronounced. Alcohol burdens the peripheral nerves and slows recovery, so frequent drinking drags numbness out. Smoking is also unfavourable for peripheral circulation.
Detailed Answer
If your hands and feet are cold and symptoms become clear in cold places, circulation carries a large share. Worsening in winter and easing with warmth fits this pattern. Numbness that creeps up from both feet regardless of posture points to a different route.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Many people notice a difference simply by keeping the hands and feet warm. Gloves and sleep socks help in winter, and half-body or foot baths are fine within comfortable limits. If your sensation is dulled, always check the temperature by hand first.
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