Q My hands and feet get so hot at night that I keep them out from under the blanket, and I'm worried about catching a cold. How should I manage this?
A Using a thin blanket and wearing breathable fabric helps. Washing your hands and feet with lukewarm water before bed brings temporary relief for some people. Above all, keeping a regular sleep schedule matters most for the underlying management.
Detailed Answer
If heat is severe at night, we recommend a thin, breathable blanket over a thick one. Washing hands and feet with lukewarm water before bed brings temporary relief for many, but water that is too cold can actually irritate, so we don't recommend that.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Protecting sleep quality is the most basic management for restoring fluid reserves. A regular bedtime and wake time along with avoiding overexertion practically helps manage palm-and-sole heat.
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