2007-02-11 07:30:18 · 8 answers · asked by bballboy 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
I have the same trouble. Doctors always tell me it is not an issue as long as there is no accompanying pain.
2007-02-11 07:47:11 · answer #1 · answered by Yowdy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When a ligament moves within its normal range of motion, you may feel or hear a snapping or popping sound or sensation. If you do not have pain or other symptoms, treatment is usually not needed.
If an injury to the elbow causes pain and you hear or feel a snap or pop, it may be more serious. The injury may be:
A torn ligament, the ropelike fibers that connect bones to bones around joints.
A torn tendon that connects muscles to bones.
Torn or displaced cartilage, the white, shiny material that covers the ends of bones inside joints. It absorbs shock and provides a smooth, gliding surface for joint movement.
A moderate to severe sprain caused by overstretching muscles.
A broken bone (fracture) of the upper arm bone (humerus) or the forearm bones (ulna or radius) at the elbow joint.
A dislocated elbow joint (out of its normal position).
A piece of bone inside the elbow joint may die (osteochondritis dissecans) and become caught in the elbow joint after an injury or from overuse of the elbow. The result may be popping or locking of the joint.
Elbow grating may occur with joint movement in other conditions, such as arthritis.
Prompt treatment can prevent complications and promote healing.
2007-02-11 07:35:32 · answer #2 · answered by Bizi 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is not a serious thing but an advice from a doctor says it is unhealthy. See a doctor.
2007-02-11 07:37:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the exact same problem, it only happened lately when I kind of over-worked myself. I hope it's nothing serious and it goes away with time. Try to take it easy and gradually increase your workout intensity because you don't want to end up with a strain or something.
2016-05-23 22:06:58 · answer #4 · answered by Karen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's little air pockets snaping as they move in the fluid in your joints. I don't know that anyone knows much about why but I never heard it's a problem.
2007-02-11 07:33:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really should see a doctor about that. My brother's ankles and wrists crack when he moves them slightly. It's not unhealthy, but it's not right.
2007-02-11 07:32:45 · answer #6 · answered by Rachies 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it just means you need to do more push ups
2007-02-11 07:33:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
.MAYBE SEE A DOCTOR
2007-02-11 07:33:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋