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Lower back gives crack like knuckle sound, when laying down. no pain. should i be worried? i'm 26, male

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

No worries: The sound doesn't indicate any problems!

Dr Wallen agreed

Answered 7/26/2014

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A member asked:

Lower back gives crack like knuckle sound, when laying down. no pain. should i be worried? i'm 26, male

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Dr Wallen agreed

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