If you’ve ever popped or cracked your joints — by accident or on purpose — you’re not alone. There’s even a medical name for that crackling, clicking or popping sound your bones make: crepitus.

Medically reviewed by Anita Sadaty, MD Key Takeaways Collarbone popping is often a sign of a problem with the bones or joints ...

People may notice a slight popping or cracking sound when moving their neck. Often, the sound occurs due to the movement of air trapped within the fluid of the joints. It may also occur due to slight ...

Snapping hip syndrome refers to a popping sound or snapping sensation that some people experience when they move their hip joint. Also known as dancer’s hip, it often affects highly active people. It ...

2. The Secret of the Popping Sound We’ve all done it, sitting idle, stressed, or just bored, we twist our fingers till they pop! Some find it relaxing, others find it annoying. But have you ever ...

There are certain sounds you expect to hear during a workout: heavy breathing, weights clinking on the rack, and the catchy melodies of a pump-up playlist. One that may very understandably catch you ...