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What Causes Cracking In Knuckles?

when I turn my head I get a snapping sound like someone is cracking there knuckles , I ve never had any kind of an accident, but I use to train with serious weight body building, plus Set ceramic tile and marble for a living, I ll be 65 the end of the month.
Tue, 26 May 2020
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Hello,

The cracking sound can be caused by the formation of bubbles in the synovium. Cracking knuckles does not appear to cause or worsen arthritis, but it can soften the grip and lead to soft tissue swelling.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Cracking In Knuckles?

Hello, The cracking sound can be caused by the formation of bubbles in the synovium. Cracking knuckles does not appear to cause or worsen arthritis, but it can soften the grip and lead to soft tissue swelling. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician