My 8 and 10 year old boys like to have their backs "popped". I'm reluctant to do it because it might hurt them.
2007-06-02 16:18:23 · 5 answers · asked by ew_j_kearns 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Check with your physician. Are they cracking there backs out of a nervous habit, or are they physically in the need to realign their backs
2007-06-02 18:56:23 · answer #1 · answered by AE N 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I'm not a Dr but I would say do not do it!
The best person to ask this Q.to is a "Chiropractor".They know best how to maneuver the joins....
My child when younger like to have her back,other joints cracked too ,but our Specialist said not to, due to later on in life after being done repetitively that can cause real join issues if you do not know what you are doing!
Seems the cartilage can be destroyed and cause the bones to start to rub and cause friction and much pain........mostly like have to be repaired by surgery .......
2007-06-02 23:41:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That depends on how you "pop" their backs. Chiropractors are known for "cracking" backs, but there is a technique involved. They go to medical school and learn how to do what they do. If you pop your back or neck the wrong way, it can lead to permanent damage. Personally, I wouldn't do it. If their back hurts, take them to the Chiropractor, don't do it yourself.
2007-06-02 23:28:47 · answer #3 · answered by Jon B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont let them.....
i am 14 i cracked my back since i was 7 now i will have a seaced for a lot of my life it will always hurt
just cuz i ... cracked it
it will be one of them things i would changed but i dont any more by the way i cracked it like once a day and it turnd in to every 5 mins
2007-06-02 23:25:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It may be a good idea to have a professional look at your sons. Your family Chiropractor would be the right choice.
Best wishes.
2007-06-02 23:26:28 · answer #5 · answered by Doctor J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋