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Cracking sound in joints

2015-08-23 20:52:33
I often here cracking and popping sound in my arm joint and shoulders. It has been a long I have been hearing them. Should I be concerned. ? Its like voluntary, I can produce those sounds again and again by moving my hand in certain positions. Please guide.. I am worried
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cracking sound is normal in majority of people its mainly due to tearing apart d bubble formed cavity formation intra synovial adhesions chronic cracking of sounds lead to arthritis so try to avoid it if u have pain consult orthopedician.

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