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Is cracking your joints bad for you? i have been told two different stories.

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Dr. Ajay Acharya answered

Yes bad: You are abusing your joints.....at your mature bone age.

Answered 10/27/2014

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Not necessarily...: There are many opinions out there as far as issues with cracking your joints. I would say that it might depend upon the joints that you are cracking. Trying to crack your own jaw (TMJ) joints, either to try and adjust your own bite or to unlock your mouth opening is definitely not recommended. If in doubt, see a doctor.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 10/27/2014

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A member asked:

Is cracking your joints bad for you? i have been told two different stories.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ajay Acharya answered

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