“Why does my knee crack when I stretch it?”
I am a 23 year old male and my knee cracks when I stretch it. What could be the cause? Should I see a doctor?
4 Answers
OrthopedistKneeJoints
Same reason that your knuckles crack and pop. There’s no cause for concern unless the cracking is accompanied by pain.
This is usually associated with a vacuum phenomenon in a joint like the knee. As long as there is no pain, swelling, or activity limitation there is no need to worry about it.
Good luck,
Dr. Louden
Good luck,
Dr. Louden
The most common reason could be some worn cartilage called chondromalacia. There are strengthening exercises, behavioral modification and injection therapies that can help. If that does not, there are surgical options as well. See a physical therapist to start and if that does not work, see a physician.
Hard to say. Yes be seen
