If youve recently wondered, why do my bones crack so much?
its actuallynotyour bones making noise.
Its usually air being released between your joints when youcrack your knuckles, neck, back, etc.
And its actually pretty typical to hear these noises no matter your age.
But is there a point where cracking should make you concerned?
The result is a popping or cracking sound, according to theLibrary of Congress.
physiatrist atHospital for Special Surgeryin New York City
This pressure release usually feels pretty good.
You have cartilage loss
Sometimes cracking sounds can be from your joints grinding against each other.
But if it becomes painful, it could be related to an arthritic condition, Dr. Nguyen says.
This may be a sign of early-onset arthritis.
You have joint inflammation
If youre wondering, why do my joints crack and hurt?
it could be a sign of inflammation.
Tendonitis often hits in the shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees, or heels.
What does it mean if joint cracking is painful?
Normal joint popping shouldnt hurt, and plenty of people even say it feels good.
physiatrist atHospital for Special Surgeryin New York City
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
If youre 30 and your joints crack (or even 20 and your joints crack), fear not.
According to Dr. Nguyen, joint popping that happens when pressure gets released isnt age-specific.
This may explain why your bones crack so much in the morning as you age.
Is it okay to crack your joints on purpose?
As long as its not hurting you, youre basically good to go.
If youre cracking and youre not feeling pain, its probably fine.
Its not harmful, Dr. Nguyen says.
(Big sighof relief for anyone out there who thinks they crack their fingers so much!)
Because its a normal bodily process, you might simply just ignore it.
That said, its always a good idea to be proactive about protecting your joints in general.
FAQ
What deficiency causes cracking joints?
Theres no specific nutritional deficiency tied to noisy joints, Dr. Nguyen says.
What is it called if your bones crack so easily?
Crepitus is the official term for joint cracking or popping, perCedars-Sinai.
(Its Latin for rattle, FYI.)
What disease causes joints to dislocate?
One disease that can cause your joints to dislocate is called Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
Its thought to be resulting from certain genetic variants, according to theNational Library of Medicine.
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