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I believe the swelling casued by cracking knuckles is just a myth, I have been cracking them and know people who used to do it or still do it, they never noticed any swelling. Actually when you crack knuckles there is hydrogen and some other gas bubble like substance which actually burst and that is how you hear the crack, so I think that has nothing to with Swelling of fingers or toes
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 11y agoOnly if you've cracked them so much and long in a short period of time, and habitually to actually cause joint inflammation, yes the swelling will go down. It's a myth that cracking knuckles causes them to get bigger (other than swelling which is a collection of fluid buildup), or develop arthritis.
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How can you stop the habit of cracking your knuckles?
I used to crack my knuckles all the time, but i managed to quit. how? well, whenever i felt like cracking i bent and straightened my fingers until the urge was gone, and after, maybe a week, i managed to stop
Is cracking your knuckles just releasing gas?
When you crack your knuckles, your bones are rubbing together. That's what makes the cracking sound. It used to be beleived that cracking your knuckles caused arthridis, but that been prooved untrue.
Will your knuckles get big if you crack them?
i dont think so. i think that people said that to make others stop cracking ther knuckles because, beliebe me, it does get annoying. =P
If your knuckles are big due to cracking your knuckles can you reduce their size?
No, and I read somewhere that cracking your knuckles doesn't actually increase their size. Couldn't tell you where I read it though
What do your knuckles look like after years of cracking them?
The last thing I heard was that cracking your knuckles doesn't do any damage to them. But I'm not too sure.
Does cracking your knuckles cause them to be short and fat?
No. It Makes your knuckles swell up and never goes away. :\ So stop cracking your knuckles!!
Will you ever stop cracking your knuckles or is it too late?
You can stop anytime you choose.
What do crackling knuckles sound like?
Cracking knuckles sound like cracking knuckles
Is there any tricks to help stop you from cracking your knuckles?
Yes; you can squeeze something really hard when you feel the need to crack your knuckles.
Is cracking your knuckles just cracking blood?
no
Does cracking your knuckles push air out of the joint?
Cracking your knuckles releases the nitrogen from in between your joints.
Can cracking your knuckles cause your fingers to go crooked?
No. Cracking the knuckles does not damage tot he joint.
Why cant you stop cracking or knuckles?
Its a habit i do it and it is harmful try doing stuff to stop like i wear a rubber band every time i crack my knuckles i simply snap it on my wrist
How can you stop the habit of cracking your knuckles?
I used to crack my knuckles all the time, but i managed to quit. how? well, whenever i felt like cracking i bent and straightened my fingers until the urge was gone, and after, maybe a week, i managed to stop
Are cracking your fingers and toes good for you?
I know cracking knuckles leads to fat knuckles when older. So cracking toe knuckles can be harmful. Their only good when you crack them while stretching, not for fun
What is treament for cracking your knuckle?
Cracking your knuckles does not lead to arthritis, as some people may think. There is no treatment available for cracking your knuckles as it is not a medical condition.
Is cracking your knuckles just releasing gas?
When you crack your knuckles, your bones are rubbing together. That's what makes the cracking sound. It used to be beleived that cracking your knuckles caused arthridis, but that been prooved untrue.
