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I quickly move my neck to the side to crack my neck can this cause any permanent damage?
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"Cracking" of the neck by quick lateral movements can result in pinched nerves or strained muscles. It can also result in hyperlaxity of the joints and a predisposition to injury when you are older. It is best to avoid "cracking" any joints, but the neck is a particularly sensitive area and damage can be more severe.
Answered 8/10/2021
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