Joint sounds are typically harmless but pain accompanying the noise may signal cartilage wear starting in your thirties.

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A simulation reveals just what is making the satisfying ‘pop’ noise when you crack your knuckles. I mean, I have to say, the use of ‘satisfying’ here is certainly subjective, as for some of us, that ...

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In the spring of 2024, a group of scientists attending a national seismology conference in Anchorage purposely sailed into danger. Chartering a tour boat, they sailed into Prince William Sound and ...

Finally—it’s vacation time. You’re thrilled to be OOO and flying to a dream destination, but that feeling is quickly stamped out by takeoff, knowing the inevitable cranial pressure and ear pops that ...

Every smokehouse in the Lone Star State is constantly working to be the best. With new barbecue joints popping up seemingly every week, it's become a crowded playing field. But that doesn't mean new ...

Florida’s sunny beaches and vibrant cities are home to countless burger spots with catchy names and flashy signs. But sometimes these restaurants don’t deliver on their tasty promises. We’ve scoured ...

The popping sound habitual knuckle crackers make may be annoying — or even alarming — but are they actually harming themselves? The research is somewhat limited but generally concludes that ...

TMJ disorders affect the joint that connects the jaw to the skull, causing pain, clicking, or jaw locking. Common causes include bruxism, arthritis, trauma, and stress-related muscle tension. Early ...

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