Does Cracking Your Knuckles Cause Permanent Damage?
What Causes the “Cracking” Sound?
The “popping” or “cracking” sound that happens when we crack your knuckles is caused by popping bubbles in your synovial fluid, which is responsible for lubricating your joints. When you pull your bones apart, there is a buildup of negative pressure, causing these bubbles to burst. It is also possible for your joints to produce a popping sound due to the movement of your ligaments when stretching or bending the joints in your fingers. Think of it as blowing a bubble with chewing gum until it pops.
Side Effects of Cracking Your Knuckles
Contrary to popular belief, cracking your knuckles doesn’t actually contribute to the development of arthritis. The good news is that scientists have found that by cracking your fingers you are not at risk to break or damage something. However, there is the potential to cause injury to your hands if done improperly or with too much force.
Is Cracking Your Fingers a Good Or A Bad Thing?
Finger Dislocation
Your metacarpophalangeal joints are the knuckles, where your fingers meet the rest of your hand. Although these joints are very stable, it is still possible to dislocate these joints when enough external pressure is applied. Typically, this affects the index and pinky fingers.
Your metacarpophalangeal joints are the knuckles, where your fingers meet the rest of your hand. Although these joints are very stable, it is still possible to dislocate these joints when enough external pressure is applied. Typically, this affects the index and pinky fingers.
Sprained Ligaments
Ligaments are tissues that connect your bones at the site of a joint. A sprain happens when supportive ligaments or overstretched or torn as a result of twisting, getting hit, or other types of trauma. When you experience a sprain in your finger, you may feel a popping or tearing sensation.
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