Common "crepitus" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Crepitus

Crepitus or crepitation refers to grinding, cracking, crunching, grating, or popping that is heard when the joints move. Some causes of crepitus are the popping of air bubbles inside the joint, tendon or ligament cracking over the joints, or pathologic conditions like arthritis. Crepitus may not always be associated with some underlying disease. But when it is more frequent and accompanied by pain, swelling, or other symptoms, it should be diagnosed at the earliest stage and intervened immediately.

All crepitus Q&A

Why do I have a painless crepitus in my right neck?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your concern. In my opinion, you should get a proper investigation of your upper cervical area.

Answered By

Sreenivasa Rao

After being in the same posture, I heard a loud pop on stretching. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The pop sound you heard may be due to crepitus, which people feel after being in a particular posture for a long time.

Answered By

Thomas Jefferson K

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