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When i take a deep breath or move my shoulders back my chest cracks is it normal ?

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Likely no prob.: This is likely no problem, just you're probably not used to taking deep breaths and/or moving your shoulders back so much and it's likely just some crepitus or tight joints.

Answered 5/17/2013

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