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Im 16 male and both of my wrists make popping or crackling sounds whenever i roll them. i do not experience any pain but i am scared.it happens inboth?

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Dr. Andrew Le answered

Wrist popping: Most cracking and popping is from a build up of air pockets. Inflammation can increase this. If you have not injured yourself and there is no pain than I would not worry about it. Hope that helps

Answered 8/26/2016

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

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Reassurance : Please, do not roll them often. This is constitutional and can be in different joins. This isn't dangerous and many people live with this all life.

Answered 8/26/2016

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A member asked:

Im 16 male and both of my wrists make popping or crackling sounds whenever i roll them. i do not experience any pain but i am scared.it happens inboth?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Andrew Le answered

Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

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