Knee popping — also known as “Barbie knees” due to the sounds the doll makes when someone bends its knees — can be an unsettling experience, often leaving individuals concerned about potential ...

Knee clicking is common and often harmless, caused by gas bubbles or tendons moving over bone. However, when accompanied by pain, swelling, or instability, it can signal a meniscus tear or arthritis.

Cracking, clicking or popping knees are a common occurrence, particularly as the body ages. There are many reasons why knees make this sound, including cavitation. When standing up from a squat or a ...

Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MDKey TakeawaysKnee popping can be harmless and caused by air bubbles in the joint.Knee ...

Q: My knee makes a popping sound sometimes — should I be concerned? A: Knee noises can be unsettling, but they're not always a cause for concern.

Have you ever noticed that your joints make some noise that sounds like cracking and popping when you stand, walk, or bend down? What causes these sounds, and is there any cause for alarm? “A lot of ...

The human body makes strange noises when something’s amiss. A growling tummy can mean you're low on food. Wheezing from the chest can imply a respiratory infection. So when your knees make snap, ...

Popping, clicking, rattling—these sounds from our joints can be unsettling, but are they cause for concern? Orthopedic specialist Chris Gee, MD, demystifies these auditory oddities, highlighting when ...

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What does it mean that my knees crack? “Knee cracking could mean lots of things,” said Harshvardhan Singh, Ph.D., assistant professor with UAB’s Department of Physical Therapy. “If it is painful, then ...

When standing up from a squat or a seated position, many of us are greeted by the familiar snap, crackle and pop of our knees, but is the sound cause for concern? Orthopedic experts are sharing what ...