Debunked Health Myths And Old Wive's Tales

Stop Cracking Your Knuckles, Or You’ll Get Arthritis

The sound of cracking knuckles sounds unpleasant to many, to say the least. For years, parents have told their children to stop cracking their knuckles or they’ll get arthritis one day. However, there has been no evidence to support the claims. In fact, Tyler Cymet, assistant professor of International Medicine at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine claims those who crack their joints usually have healthier joints than those who do not, although it is not advised to begin cracking your knuckles because of this claim. The fact of the matter is those who crack their knuckles tend to be more active.

So you can crack your knuckles without stressing about a future of arthritis, but keep reading to debunk a myth about the gum you’ve been chewing.