If you’ve ever twisted your head and had a pop, crack, or crunch sound coming from your neck, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Neck crepitus can be startling, but the truth is, these sounds are more ...

When you need to stretch out stiff muscles, it’s natural to hear a “snap, crackle, pop!” with no Rice Krispies in sight. But when it comes to your neck, you may be wondering if there may be any ...

Gently or occasionally cracking your neck may not cause any harm. But doing it incorrectly, too frequently, or too forcefully can actually cause more pain or discomfort. Cracking your joints is a ...

When you need to stretch out stiff muscles, it’s natural to hear a “snap, crackle, pop!” with no Rice Krispies in sight. But when it comes to your neck, you may be wondering if there may be any ...

People may notice a slight popping or cracking sound when moving their neck. Often, the sound occurs due to the movement of air trapped within the fluid of the joints. It may also occur due to slight ...

Sponsored by Charles Theofilos, M.D. Do you twist or tilt your head to the side and your neck cracks? This is actually a common occurrence, but you may be wondering why your neck does that and — more ...

Cracking your neck is a common thing but could have devastating consequences, with some people experiencing a stroke ...

That satisfying “pop” when you twist your neck might provide momentary relief, but the risks associated with this common habit deserve serious attention. Many people instinctively crack their necks ...

A common habit that many people use for quick relief may seem harmless, but doctors warn it can have serious, even fatal, ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Snap, crackle, pop. If you’re a knuckle cracker, that familiar sound when you consciously pop your joints is like comfort food. You know it might not be so healthy for your hands ...