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Numbness or tingling (“pins and needles”) in your right hand or fingers
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Shoulder pain or stiffness in the morning
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Worsening of existing rotator cuff issues
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Thoracic outlet syndrome (compression of nerves or blood vessels in the space between your collarbone and first rib)
Who is most at risk: People with existing shoulder injuries (rotator cuff tears, bursitis, impingement). People with carpal tunnel syndrome or ulnar nerve entrapment. People who sleep with their arm tucked under their head or body. People with large breasts (the weight can pull on the shoulder).
What you can do: Use a supportive pillow that keeps your neck aligned with your spine. Place a small pillow or rolled towel under your waist to reduce pressure on your shoulder. Don’t tuck your arm under your head or body – extend it forward instead. Consider a body pillow to keep you from rolling fully onto your side.
6. Increased Facial Wrinkles (For the Esthetically Minded)
This won’t hurt your health, but it might bother you.
