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Popping fingers. i've always heard its bad for u to pop ur fingers & knuckles. whats the truth? is good or bad? does it do any harm?
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No harm: Pop as you wish, it does not hurt your fingers.
Answered 8/27/2013
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Controversial: Research has not found support for the warning of arthritis, but they have found a strong link to future hand swelling and joint weakness. Those seem to be good enough reasons to minimize the habit or stop if possible. A link: http://www.Samuelmerritt.Edu/president/news_room/jun_2010/should-you-stop-pop-knuckle-cracking-ris good luck!
Answered 8/26/2013
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