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I am 23 years old, i am hearing cracking sound in my knee what could be the causes?

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Dr. Scott Graham answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Chondromalacia: Chondromalacia is softening of the cartilage and can cause some noise while going up and down stairs. It is not arthritis but is the earliest form of cartilage degeneration. If you also have pain, ice the front of your knee and stretch your hamstrings. If you do not have pain, don't worry much about it, it just happens.

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Answered 11/10/2015

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A member asked:

I am 23 years old, i am hearing cracking sound in my knee what could be the causes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Graham answered

Dr Dougherty agreed

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