Self-Manipulation: What Are Those Noises?

Who hasn’t cracked their knuckles from time to time? And sometimes – forced or not – other joints in the body will make quite a racket. The question is often asked as to whether this is a good thing and if it could be the cause of issues like arthritis down the road. All these questions lead back to a very simple one – What are those noises?<br /><br />In this episode, Dr. Dan and Angela discuss the topic of self-manipulation, dispel some myths, and share what is actually making those “cracking” and “popping” noises. They’ll also reveal when it’s not a good idea to...