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A member asked:
My son is 13 and his joints pop and crack all the time. simple movements as walking result in several popping sounds all day long. is this normal?
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Teenagers: often have joint symptoms related to their rapid rate of growth and relative laxity of their ligaments. If there is no pain, discomfort or limitation of movement, then the popping and cracking is probably nothing to be concerned about. Obesity, even in teenage years can cause damage to joints of the lower extremities, so if obese medical consultation is warranted.
Answered 5/23/2015
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YES: Yes its NORMAL:! Growing areas which are made of CARTILAGE plus the FLEXIBILITY of young joints make the "NOISES"!!! Hope this helps! BE WELL! DR Z
Answered 5/23/2015
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