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Can clicking your fingers/knuckles cause any issues in the long term?

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Dr. Austin Yeargan answered

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No. : It's a nitrogen bubble coming out of suspension that makes the 'pop'.

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Answered 5/12/2015

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A member asked:

Can clicking your fingers/knuckles cause any issues in the long term?

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Dr. Austin Yeargan answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

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