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Can you really get arthritis from cracking your knuckles

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Popping your knuckles may be annoying to others, but it doesn't cause arthritis, enlarged joints or musculoskeletal problems,MORE?

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Source: Does Cracking Your Knuckles Really Cause Arthritis? | www.sixwise.com

Description: Popping your knuckles may be annoying to others, but it doesn't cause arthritis, enlarged joints or musculoskeletal problems," says John Klippel, M.D., director of the Arthritis Foundation.

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There is no evidence that cracking your knuckles inflames the joints and leads to arthritis. Call 800-2ChaCha no limit & free!

No, the arthritis connection is an old wives' tale, but cracking your knuckles can hurt your hand in other ways. ChaCha!

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