Cracking my Knuckles?!


Question: I have a problem with cracking my knuckles. Any tips on how to stop?


Answers: I have a problem with cracking my knuckles. Any tips on how to stop?

The single most classic behavioral method is to wrap a rubber band around your wrist. When you notice you are about to crack your knuckles pull back on the rubber band and release. The tiny bit of pain will remind you not to crack. Other techniques include:
Put tape around your fist knuckles (the biggest ones). About three layers will do.
Take a small lotion around with you in your pocket or purse. When you feel the urge to pop your knuckles, get out the lotion and rub it on your hands. It will moisturize them very well and might possibly stop your knuckle popping habit.
Have a friend put tape around your "knocking knuckles."
Tape your fingertips to your palm to make a fist.
Put socks on your hands.
Repeat this for about an hour a day for one month.
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Educate yourself on the possible dangers of knuckle cracking. Although several studies have shown that knuckle cracking does not lead to arthritis, what you are doing when you crack your knuckles is basically the same thing as dislocating your shoulder, pulling the bones and cartilage apart to release a gas (called synovial fluid, made mostly of carbon dioxide and some nitrogen) that makes the popping sound. People who have continued to crack their knuckles for very long periods of time have developed symptoms that include:
Reduced hand strength, probably the most common effect.
Swollen or painful hands.
Soft tissue damage to the joint capsule(s).
Damage to the hand's ligaments, the soft tissues that connect our bones.

I have the same problem but I actually love it! And no despite the myth it is not bad for you! In some cases it can actually help your joints. But I have no idea how to help you quit, sorry :( I really like the habit though, it helps me deal with stress!

do it in chuch . When all look at you , you will stop





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