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Is it normal for the shoulders' and arms' ligaments to make cracking sounds while lifting weights?if it's not, what should i do before i lift weights?

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Weight lifting: Yes. As long as there is not any associated pain don't be concerned

Answered 11/15/2015

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A member asked:

Is it normal for the shoulders' and arms' ligaments to make cracking sounds while lifting weights?if it's not, what should i do before i lift weights?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

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