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Knee Cracking Sound

Crepitus is a medical term that describes a joint's popping, clicking, or crackling sound. People usually notice crepitus in their knees, but it can also happen in other joints like the shoulder, elbow, or neck. Crepitus is generally harmless and occurs when air seeps into the soft tissues around the joint. Osteoarthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome, torn cartilage, and joint replacement. Exercise, diet, weight management, nonsteroidal inflammatory drugs, and physical therapy may help manage symptoms.

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Is knee cracking a sign of vitamin D deficiency?

Query: Hello doctor,My query is regarding knee joint and lower back pain. I usually get a cracking sound when I bend my knees and while getting up. The sound is not accompanied by pain. Is this a cause for concern? Please let me know if any test or x-ray needs to be done. I am also having a lower back pain...  Read Full »

Dr. Patil Mahaveer Jingonda

Dr. Patil Mahaveer Jingonda

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope this message finds you in good health. You are right. The cracking sounds that you hear in the joints are due to calcium and vitamin D deficiency. These sounds do not mean that bones rub against each other. It means that air bubbles burst inside the joint. These so...  Read Full »

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