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Quite often when i stretch my neck i get loud crackling sounds.doc says not to worry but i still feel its quite abnormal.i have it since long. i'm 29.?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Not to worry: As we age, the tissues that comprise our joints become less malleable. When we move them through their range of motion often a vacuum will be created which can force carbon dioxide out of solution, creating the pop. This does not harm the joint.

Answered 8/23/2012

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A member asked:

Quite often when i stretch my neck i get loud crackling sounds.doc says not to worry but i still feel its quite abnormal.i have it since long. i'm 29.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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