Pins and needles or the feeling of your hands or feet going to sleep for no reason is a common menopause symptom. It can feel strange or happen more regularly than usual, but don't be concerned.

Medically known as 'parathesis', this tingling sensation is caused by fluctuating oestrogen levels. This hormone affects our central nervous system, so when menopause causes it to fluctuate, this can throw our bodies off balance. Lower oestrogen levels can also affect the production of collagen which causes our skin to thin and reduces blood circulation to nerve endings in our extremities.

To navigate this symptom, you should exercise regularly, stay hydrated, do regular stretches, and give acupuncture a try.

While this symptom commonly disappears after menopause, but if it doesn't, other causes should be ruled out by speaking to a doctor. Sometimes tingling extremities can be a sign of a deficiency, so it may be worth asking your doctor to a blood test to check your vitamin B12 levels.