A member asked:

Is it bad if i crack my neck many times throughout the day? i started doing this over one year ago. is it related to my ocd diagnosis?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

"Cracking": the neck is basically putting pressure on the CARTILAGE(S) in the neck and by itself is not damaging. Over time it may lead to cartilage loss. and....YES , my opinion only...any REPETITIVE actions can be "compulsive" in nature.. Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 5/1/2019

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