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Is crackling joints that bad ? i do it daily many times in many joints :fingers(hand and feet), neck , leg from up .

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Dr. Scott Graham answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No it is not bad: Contrary to what you may have heard, cracking joints is not bad for them and does not cause arthritis. It is more of a habit or compulsion that can be a sign of some anxiety or other issue though.

Dr Newman agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Is crackling joints that bad ? i do it daily many times in many joints :fingers(hand and feet), neck , leg from up .

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Graham answered

Dr Newman agreed

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