Why cracking your knuckles is so satisfying

Photo by Mishaal Zahed
By eli
May 11, 2024 7:44pm CST
and is it really bad... If you've got this habit, you'd know its satisfying. Some says it can lead to arthritis, but there's no solid proof. I used to crack mine, but I've stopped - for no particular reason. Not because I believe it's bad, just moved on, I guess. What about you? Got any other habits you've ditched or still stick to?
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@snowy22315 (171989)
• United States
12 May
I have that same bad habit. It doesn't cause arthritis, but it is irritating to people I think it makes you knuckles bigger too
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@grenery8 (3774)
• Croatia (Hrvatska)
13 May
i still do it but since i hurt my finger on the right hand, i am more careful now
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13 May
Sorry to hear about your injury. It's good you're being more careful. Don't forget to always listen to your body and avoid any movements that may cause pain or discomfort.
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@grenery8 (3774)
• Croatia (Hrvatska)
14 May
@pitsipeahie i started practising yoga again but faster and that has happened. it's been 2months but i feel something changed. thank you
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@psanasangma (6335)
• India
14 May
I too love doing this. I don't know why I get relieve
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14 May
It's interesting how it brings relief even if we don't fully understand why.
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@dya80dya (34617)
19 May
No, I don't have this habit and I think it's very annoying when I hear others doing this. But I have other habits.
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19 May
True! For some, it can be an annoying especially when you do it in front of people.