If you crack your knuckles more than five times a day, it’s called “habitual knuckle cracking.” In fact, 25% to 45% of people in the U.S. pop knuckles. It’s a common habit.

All joints can "crack," but the knuckles and other joints in your fingers are most prone to cracking given their size and the ...

Cracking your knuckles can offer relief through the release of pressure built up by synovial fluid in joints. But there are still concerns that popping your joints can cause long-term damage.

While some may crack their knuckles when nervous, it’s also just a common habit. Like nail-biting or fidgeting, knuckle cracking can serve as a way to release tension or provide sensory feedback.

"Cracking your knuckles" is actually a bit of a misnomer. You're not really "cracking" your joints or causing any damage. In ...

There is a common concern that cracking your knuckles causes arthritis. Here, experts explain knuckle cracking and if the habit is bad for you.

But Husni says cracking your knuckles can lead to other joint issues. “The term arthritis refers to loss of cartilage where your joint space gets more narrow over time,” she explains.

Cracking knuckles does not seem to have a direct link to arthritis, as commonly believed. However, it is prudent to approach knuckle cracking with moderation and avoid forceful or excessive ...

Cracking your knuckles and joint is probably not something you need to worry about if there is no pain, swelling, or other joint problems. According to Dr Bilal, this does not cause arthritis but ...

Knuckle cracking is a biomechanical phenomenon involving the synovial joints, particularly those in the fingers. These joints are surrounded by a capsule filled with synovial fluid, which ...

There’s a longstanding rumor that persistent knuckle cracking can cause arthritis or other hand problems late in life, but that is a myth. Both Fedorczyk and Egbogah say there is no known ...

Some people hate it and others do it frequently. This habit is very common, but what is the reason for this action? We are ...