Nothing scientific behind my answer, but what helped me, was i just made a Really tight fist.
I did this because it helped stretch my fingers/toes/jaw/etc
No, it will not affect your martial arts. There have been no proven studies that cracking joints will have any long term affects.
Most people say cracking knuckles leads to arthritis. It doesn't! I wouldn't recommend cracking your fingers all the time, and I personally don't like cracking fingers in the cold. You can, if you want to, but it hurts. I think the weather of the cold air affects the finger joints which make them stiff and harder to crack. Cracking your fingers also open your joint air holes, so you'll be okay. Cracking fingers are mostly fine to do!!
If it's on your elbows, fingers, or other spots where joints are, there's no real need to worry.
Although many people believe that it can or may cause arthritis, it is proven not to have any serious or mild negative outcomes
Fingers have joints, which are composed of bones, ligaments, and tendons that allow for movement. Joints in the fingers include the metacarpophalangeal joints, proximal interphalangeal joints, and distal interphalangeal joints.
Cracking one's fingers is a common habit for releasing built-up gas within the joints, which creates an audible popping sound. While it can provide temporary relief or a sense of satisfaction, excessive cracking may lead to joint issues in the long run.
The knees, toes, and fingers are all hinge synovial joints.
Cracking your fingers is generally not harmful and does not lead to arthritis, as some myths suggest. The sound comes from the release of gas bubbles in the joint fluid. However, if it’s accompanied by pain or discomfort, it may indicate an underlying issue, and it's advisable to consult a healthcare professional. Moderation is key, as excessive cracking could potentially irritate the joints.
Joints between your fingers are called metacarpophalangeal joints. They connect the metacarpal bones of the hand to the phalanges of the fingers.
Your thumb is a saddle joint, and your fingers are hinge joints.
The joints of the fingers are called "Knuckles".
My joints have cracked for years. Usually feels good when I crack them. As I age, more joints are cracking. Its getting a bit ridiculous. So far on the web, consensus seems to be that without pain, there's no real problem; but don't crack your fingers constantly.I find taking chondroitin glucosamine MSM helps me not constant crack my lower back, neck, and ankles that was starting to worry me. i'd like to figure out if its ok for long term use...