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Could getting a sprained finger be caused by cracking your knuckles?

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Dr. Jack Choueka answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Unless you use incredible force knuckle cracking has not been shown to lead to any problems including arthritis.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 2/26/2017

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