It's a sound that hurts those who hear it. You may be in the habit of cracking your neck, so much so that it's become ...

Cracking your back or neck might provide quick relief and a satisfying popping noise — but is it a safe practice? "When you stretch or manipulate your spine, such as by twisting or bending, the ...

When you need to stretch out stiff muscles, it’s natural to hear a “snap, crackle, pop!” with no Rice Krispies in sight. But when it comes to your neck, you may be wondering if there may be any ...

When you need to stretch out stiff muscles, it’s natural to hear a “snap, crackle, pop!” with no Rice Krispies in sight. But when it comes to your neck, you may be wondering if there may be any ...

That satisfying “pop” when you twist your neck might provide momentary relief, but the risks associated with this common habit deserve serious attention. Many people instinctively crack their necks ...

(WKBN) – Many of us crack our necks to relieve some tension without thinking twice about it — but is that actually harmful to us? When you crack your neck, you’re hearing ligaments or tendons “rolling ...

Neck pain exercises from a clinical director and physical therapist. Discover how to relieve neck tension with these ...

Julia Ries Wexler is a writer for Outside Magazine, National Geographic, SELF Magazine, The Cut, Condé Nast Traveler, among other national media outlets. You can check out some of her work (and ...