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2015-07-27 05:32:38
I have knuckle cracking habit. I have heard many people saying that doing this makes your joints weak. Is this true?
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cracking is not good habit, if you do it frequently prone for injuries, try to avoid or divert your mind in such situations

Answered2015-07-27 19:47:04

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Hi, it is a habit as you say and too much of it is not good. You might sprain your finger if you try it very hard at times

Answered2015-07-27 11:28:06

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