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Can i get arthritis from cracking my wrists?

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Dr. Lauren Elson answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Unlikely: There is no evidence that cracking a joint causes arthritis.

Dr Lovell agreed

Answered 9/18/2013

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