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It can be a sign of nervousness to crack joints, usually the neck, when cracking your toes its usually means that you're bored and knuckles seem to be a somewhat universal sign for a preparation for action. It's not always a physical activity like a sport or beginning to play music, it can even be getting ready to talk to someone in such a way that might be stressful or otherwise nerve-wracking like starting an argument as a sign of superior strength. Knuckle cracking doesn't cause any pain and can be pleasurable because it relieves stiffness in joints, by the way recent studies (cited here: http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=crack-research) argues against the link to Arthritis.
In summary it's mostly linked to stress.
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Can everyone crack their knuckles?
Not everyone can crack their knuckles. About half of those people who responded to an online poll could 'always' crack their knuckles, while a third could 'sometimes'. That leaves about 15 percent that said they could not crack their knuckles.
Does knuckles from Sonic the Hedgehog crack his knuckles?
No he doesn't crack his knuckles. That's just his character name.
What makes knuckles crack?
what makes knuckles crack is carbon dioxide bubbles in your knuckles along with cartilage.
How do you make knuckles smaller?
You can't. They get bigger as you crack them. Don't crack your knuckles or you'll resort to big knuckles!
Do you damage the cartilage in your knuckles when you crack your knuckles?
No!
Does cracking your knuckles annoy people?
if you crack them all the time, then yes
How many people in the US crack their knuckles?
Almost everyone cracks their knuckles. But how many you might ask? Well 2 out of 3 American's crack their knuckles! This is VERY interesting,huh? I anwsered this question for the people of the internet Thank you for reading this! This was anwsered out of PURE boredom! LOL
How do you crack knuckles?
To crack your knuckles you simply pull back your knuckles in a 45 degree angle and it has to be up to 45 or else you might hurt your hand.
Is it true when you are nervous you crack your knuckles?
Some people are nervous and some people just do this for fun.
Is it bad when you crack your nuckles?
Some people say that it can cause arthritis, but this is untrue. Cracking your knuckles can cause your knuckles to grow larger though.
What cause the popping sound when people crack their knuckles and other joints?
Bubbles of Gas
How many Americans crack their knuckles?
2 out of every 3 Americans crack their knuckles. There are some theories that say cracking the knuckles may be harmful and can cause arthritis.
