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  1. Jun 27, 2017 · Real deal or wives’ tale: Knuckle cracking can cause harm, including arthritis? A Mayo Clinic hand surgeon’s answer may surprise you.

  2. Jul 6, 2020 · Cracking your knuckles may aggravate the people around you, but it probably won't raise your risk for arthritis. That's the conclusion of several studies that compared rates of hand arthritis among habitual knuckle-crackers and people who didn't crack their knuckles.

  3. Jan 6, 2023 · Contrary to popular belief, knuckle cracking isn’t a dangerous habit. Studies show that, done correctly, it doesnt cause arthritis or joint enlargement.

  4. Sep 8, 2017 · Knuckle cracking doesnt cause arthritis, but some research suggests the habit may not be completely harmless. If a joint gets locked when it pops, knuckle cracking could lead to injuries...

  5. Mar 14, 2019 · According to research, cracking your knuckles isnt harmful. It doesnt cause arthritis or make your knuckles larger, but it can be distracting or loud to people around you.

  6. Jan 26, 2021 · While many of us enjoy cracking your knuckles every now and again, it can actually wreak havoc on your joint health and even increase your risk of developing arthritis. Learn more about why you should nip this bad habit in the bud.

  7. Mar 2, 2023 · More specifically, knuckle cracking does not cause arthritis. Joint "cracking" can result from a negative pressure pulling nitrogen gas temporarily into the joint, such as when knuckles are...

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