Cracking your back can feel satisfying and relieve stiffness, but is it actually safe? Science shows that occasional back ...

Cracking your back or neck might provide quick relief and a satisfying popping noise — but is it a safe practice? "When you stretch or manipulate your spine, such as by twisting or bending, the ...

Sure, it may feel good, but is cracking your back bad? Three chiropractors all agree than the long-term consequences aren't great. Dr. Cappo holds additional board certifications as a Sports Physician ...

That satisfying pop from knuckles or unexpected crack from knees during stretches often puzzles both medical professionals and patients alike. While these sounds can startle or concern some people, ...

A bit of relief, or maybe just a force of habit: We’re separating fact from fiction about what happens when you crack your knuckles and other joints. * It all has to do with the “synovial fluid” in ...