Cracking my fingers has been a habit since I was a teenager, and now that I'm getting older, I'm worried about arthritis. My grandmother always said it would happen. Does cracking fingers actually lead to arthritis later in life?
7 months ago
While most people say it is harmless, I still feel you should be careful. If you are doing it too hard or if your fingers feel stiff and painful afterwards, it is always better to consult an orthopedic doctor once to rule out any underlying issues.
8 months ago
Haan na, even my grandmother used to tell me the same thing about arthritis! Actually it is nothing like that, it is just gas bubbles in the joint fluid. No need to worry at all, but forcing it too much is also not good, na.
8 months ago
Honestly, I crack my knuckles literally ten times a day when I am typing at work. My mom always scolds me saying my hands will shake later, but medically it is just air bubbles escaping. Don't stress about it too much!
8 months ago
I used to do this a lot out of habit, but since my PCOS diagnosis, I have tried to be more mindful of my joint health overall. Most studies say it doesn't cause arthritis, but maybe try to gently massage your hands instead when you feel stiff.
7 months ago
No, it does not cause arthritis. You can relax, it is just a very common habit and completely harmless for your bones.
5 months ago
I actually crack my fingers a lot during college lectures because of stress. I was really worried when my friend told me about the arthritis risk today. Does anyone know if cracking the toes also has the same effect, or is that different?
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