Question 1

what causes my knees to make clicking noises?

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Different causes: Clicking of the knees can be caused by a number of problems, including patellar chondromalacia, torn meniscal cartilage, arthritis or a loose body in the knee.   If there is pain associated with the clicking, an orthopaedic consult may be necessary to assist in evaluation and treatment.

Question 2

could you tell me why my knees click when exercising?

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Patellofemoral: Clicking/popping can often arise from patellofemoral (behind the knee cap) degeneration, which basically refers to wear and tear of the cartilage behind the knee cap.  If the clicking is not associated with pain (which is typically the case) then i wouldn't worry about it.  If you do have significant pain then see a physician.

Question 3

my knees are clicking when i fully bend them, is that a problem?

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Not necessarily: Clicking in the knees can be common, and usually painless.  If it does not cause discomfort, or cause symptoms like locking or catching, then it is often within normal.  If symptoms exist, then warrants an evaluation.

Question 4

when i exercise my knees click. is this normal and should i be worried?

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Generally not.: Almost everyone gets some popping or clicking, usually in the area of the kneecap. It is normal, but could be improved usually with physical therapy. If it's a non-painful click, then it's generally nothing to worry about.

Question 5

what do you suggest if my knees are clicking when i fully bend them, is that bad?

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If it causes symptom: Clicking in the knees is common, and you will see that question even in other posts on this site.  If it is painless, and does not cause locking or catching, or other mechanical symptoms, then it can be benign.  If symptoms exist, then warrants an evaluation.  But most frequently the clicking is not problematic and not symptomatic.

Question 6

loud knee clicking. help?

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Knee cap?: The most common cause of knee clicking is from the  knee cap sliding over the leg bone. This can be treated with a knee sleeve or brace and exercises. There are many other causes of knee clicking. See a doctor.

Question 7

can somebody give me advice knee feels twisted, clicking but only light pain?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Sound coming from the knee could be due to tendon, cartilage, meniscus, or bone abnormalities.  Have it evaluated by your orthopedist and find out why it is making that sound.

Question 8

my knee is clicking when i straighten it after bending it. what could be wrong?

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Maybe nothing: If the clicking does not produce pain, there is nothing wrong. If it does cause cause, there are several possible causes. In that case, you may want to see an orthopedist.

Question 9

clicking of the shoulder and knee?

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Pain?: if painful, get evaluated. If not painful do not worry about it

Question 10

my right knee has started clicking when i bend it and sometimes its painful and locks up. ive had no injuries to that knee. what do you think is going on?

knee problem

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Loose cartilage: In some cases, a piece of the shredded cartilage breaks loose and catches in the knee joint, causing it to lock up.

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