Suggest Treatment For Severe Popping And Cracking Of Joints

Posted on Thu, 8 Sep 2016

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Question : hello recently a lot of joints have been clicking/cracking could you tell me what causes this and anything I can do to stop/ease this

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
A harmless finding.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.

The clicking and cracking of joints is a harmless finding. It happens due to pressure changes in the joint capsule. If it is painless then there is no need to worry. You need to decrease the habit of clicking the joints.

In case it is painful then it suggests decreased joint lubricants. In such a case taking supplements like Glucosamine will help.

I hope this answers your query.

In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.

Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee