When you need to stretch out stiff muscles, it’s natural to hear a “snap, crackle, pop!” with no Rice Krispies in sight. But when it comes to your neck, you may be wondering if there may be any ...

Cracking your back or neck might provide quick relief and a satisfying popping noise — but is it a safe practice? "When you stretch or manipulate your spine, such as by twisting or bending, the ...

Joint cracking is one of those habits most of us acquire without thinking about it. A knuckle popped mid-sentence. A back twisted as we stand up. A ...

That satisfying “pop” when you twist your neck might provide momentary relief, but the risks associated with this common habit deserve serious attention. Many people instinctively crack their necks ...

Whether it’s the result of poor posture, prolonged screen time, stress, or even how you sleep, tension in the neck and shoulders can affect everything from your mood to your mobility. And while it’s ...

Cracking your neck is a habit many turn to for quick relief from stiffness or stress, often without a second thought. But could this everyday move do more harm than good? Dr Kunal Sood, MD, a double ...

Neck stiffness becomes concerning when it is accompanied by neurological symptoms. Pain that radiates to the arm, weakness in ...