HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Does Crackling Sound In Joint Indicate?

i am 18 years old. my weight is 65 kg and height is 5 7in my joints make a crackling sound(especially the ankle joint) when rotated . I want to know what can be the reason. I hope nothing is serious. I am also worried whether it would lead to arthritis when i grow.
Wed, 27 Mar 2019
Report Abuse
Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hi,

Crackling sound in any joint is not abnormal unless accompanied by pain or disability. It is a very common finding and does not require any intervention. There is no correlation between these sounds and arthritis.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon
I find this answer helpful

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
What Does Crackling Sound In Joint Indicate?

Hi, Crackling sound in any joint is not abnormal unless accompanied by pain or disability. It is a very common finding and does not require any intervention. There is no correlation between these sounds and arthritis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon