Knuckle cracking, often blamed for arthritis, is harmless, according to experts. The popping sound is caused by gas bubbles in joint fluid, not damage. While arthritis stems from age, genetics, or ...
Rheumatoid arthritis happens when your immune system attacks your joint linings. It causes swelling and intense pain, most often in your ankles, hands, and knees. It usually shows up in middle age ...
While the exact cause of the cracking sound remains unclear, studies have not found a definitive link between knuckle cracking and osteoarthritis or joint damage. However, forceful cracking ...