4 Risks Of Neck Cracking
Do you enjoy the feeling of cracking your neck? Many people do. In fact, cracking joints is something almost everyone does in their lives. It may be satisfying at times, but the risks of neck cracking are serious and could lead to bigger problems than just a stiff neck. Your neck connects your head to the rest of the body. It has many important parts that should be protected instead of pushed to the limit. Your neck cracking can have some benefits in certain situations, and if done by professionals. But that doesn’t mean it’s devoid of any risks. To keep you aware of what neck cracking can potentially do to you, we’ve prepared a list of possible risks that you may face. Keep reading to learn more!
Stroke
There have been reported instances of neck cracking that led to stroke in a few patients. It’s not common, but it has happened. This is because constant neck cracking can cause damage to blood vessels in the neck. If you apply too much pressure, you could even tear the vertebral artery, a cervical dissection, which will cause a stroke. People who have a habit of neck cracking and/or has thinner blood vessels are more prone to this incident.Blood clots
In some instances, blood clots have formed on the neck as a result of neck cracking. It is caused by a tear in the artery — another complication of cervical dissection. This could potentially cut off blood supply to the brain, or the clot could be thrown to the brain or anywhere else in your body.
Osteoarthritis
The cracking sound you hear when cracking joints is either air escaping, tendons snapping back into place or arthritis. No matter the cause, cracking joints still puts pressure on the bones themselves. If done too much, the connective tissues at the ends of bones can become weaker and may develop into osteoarthritis, a condition that is both painful and irreversible.Lack of mobility
As a direct result of tissue damage and arthritis, your neck joints will have limited movement. It may also cause unwanted pain that could affect the patient’s quality of life. By overextending the limits of your ligaments and tendons, your neck will start becoming weaker and will have a harder time supporting your head. We often underestimate how much we move our necks in our daily lives. Just imagine how life will be if you were wearing a neck brace!
Key Takeaway
It’s no secret that neck injuries can be very serious and life-threatening. Although many doctors agree that serious complications caused by neck cracking are rare, it is still generally advised to avoid doing it. The risks of neck cracking are not worth taking for only a few seconds of relief. If you are feeling something wrong with your neck, the best thing to do is to get a professional to do it. Here at Chiropractor Philippines, our chiropractor, Dr. Ben, is well-educated, experienced, and a true veteran of chiropractic. If you need some help with your neck, spine, or other joints, try booking an appointment! You may take a look at our packages here, and you can contact us here anytime!
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