Knee popping — also known as “Barbie knees” due to the sounds the doll makes when someone bends its knees — can be an unsettling experience, often leaving individuals concerned about potential ...

Joint noises are common and often misunderstood. A physiotherapist explains why they happen and what they do, and do not, ...

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Discover why knees crack and learn when to seek medical advice from experts on knee health and persistent sounds.

Popping, clicking, rattling—these sounds from our joints can be unsettling, but are they cause for concern? Orthopedic specialist Chris Gee, MD, demystifies these auditory oddities, highlighting when ...

Q: My knee makes a popping sound sometimes — should I be concerned? A: Knee noises can be unsettling, but they're not always a cause for concern.

A question I am asked a lot is, “I hear clicking and popping in my knee. Is this something that I should be concerned about?” Joint noise in the form of crackling, clicking or popping is very common.

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Creaky joints may ...

Many of us have noisy joints. Knees crack on the stairs, necks pop when we stretch, and knuckles seem to crack almost on ...