Q. What could be the reason for back cracking and intense pain during leg workouts in an avid weightlifter?

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

In my opinion, that crack sound is due to excessive loading of facet joints leading to irritation and spasms around the muscle. Again, sometimes we might not control posture completely, so the loading of facet joints happens because of slight arching of the back. I recommend you do a lot of icing in the painful area to avoid pain and spasms, thereby getting on cracking sounds as well. I do understand that you know the form of the exercise you do. Stretch your low back. Flexibility is much needed to avoid loading and maintain proper joint mechanics.

Revert to me in case you need any further clarification in this regard.

Thank you.

Same symptoms doesn’t mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Sreenivasa Rao

Experience: 19 + Yrs

Physiotherapy

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