“Is it bad if your back cracks a lot?”
I am a 22 year old male. I want to know if it's bad if your back cracks a lot?
8 Answers
When you are younger, your spine is much more flexible compared to when you age. If you are twisting yourself trying to crack yourself, that is a very bad habit.
Dr. Jeffrey Roistacher
Dr. Jeffrey Roistacher
It depends. If you are intentionally doing this on your own, like someone twisting their own neck with their hands, then the answer is yes. Forcibly "cracking" your back will cause vertebra to move out of normal position, eventually creating problems. Now, if your back "cracks" just from normal movement then that is hypermobility of the joints and is not harmful. In that situation, you need to perform core strengthening exercises on a regular basis to tone the muscles and ligaments surrounding the joints. Visit therabandacademy.com and there you will find the exercises you need.
Yours in health,
Doc J
Yours in health,
Doc J
Usually, the more "cracks", signifies: instability. Anybody can make a bone (or bones) move, however, Making the correct bone move in the correct direction, is the job of a competent Doctor of Chiropractic. And, once stabilized, you will feel much less of a want and/or need to try to "pop" your own back!
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If it cracks a lot, it could be due to weak ligaments or weak muscles around the spine. I’d personally look for a supplement to help promote strong ligaments and suggest exercises to strengthen your spinal muscles. I’d also recommend adjustments if needed.
Cracking or popping on movement is not necessarily a concern if it is not causing additional symptom such as: pain, discomfort, numbness, tingling and/or other problems. It is important to get appropriate evaluation of your condition and this can be done by a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic (DC).
This is not bad, unless there is pain. The cracking is a normal side effect of joint motion.
The short answer is yes. Back cracking might feel good, but it's safest when left to a professional because popping your own back can lead to pulled muscles or strained tendons. If done in moderation, you're less likely to experience dangerous side effects.
