Chiropractors/back pops/cracks

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Expert: - 12/16/2008


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Hi.. I'm just wondering why the bones in my back pop/cracks whenever I take a deep breath. There is no pain. I feel like I'm not able to fulfill a breath without it popping and when they do pop I'm relieved.. I don't know what's wrong with me.

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Hello Enalia,

A common question- 'pop/ cracks' in joints; good or bad?

The >pop< or >crack< that we feel, hear in our joints, by itself, is neither good nor bad.

On joint noise,,, joints make noises.  Creaking, cracking, different sounds--- without pain, can be normal.  The body makes noises, hearts beat like a drum, stomachs growl, lungs whoosh, joints creak,,, but these noises should be WITHOUT pain.  If WITH pain, then it is a problem, and needs Xrays or MRI to evaluate the joint surfaces.

Cracking upon taking a deep breath, cracking with a feeling of relief; the 'cracking' of the joint is the joint 'stretching', like stretching a muscle; usually a good stretch does bring relief.

If this is constant, or if it comes with ANY pain, then I recommend evaluation. If pain-free , I do not think it a matter of concern.

If you are still concerned, your local doctor of chiropractic could be a good licensed health professional to visit.

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Thanks for the question, Good Luck, and I wish you-
Good Health, Naturally,



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Staten Island Chiropractor Dr. Victor Dolan | 718-981-9755 | www.drvictordolan.net | www.statenislandchiropractor.com | Nutrition, Sciatica, Headache, Neck Pain, Back Pain, Herniated Disc, Workers Compensation, Auto Accident Claims, Vertebral Subluxation Complex, Muscle Spasm

Experience

Palmer College Graduate 1983; Thirty years in practice in my hometown of Staten Island, New York. Expert in Neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints. Utilizing techniques such as Chiropractic via Palmer Package, Diversified, Thompson, SOT, Activator, Manipulation Under Anesthesia and Nutritional Guidance. I am also a Certified Nutritionist.

Organizations
Pi Kappa Chi Alumni Association President; PKX Alumni Brother of the Year; Knights of Columbus Masons; Ancient Order of Hibernians

Publications
American Public Health Association (2003) - Oral Presentation

Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science (cum laude) Wagner College 1979; Doctorate of Chiropractic (cum laude) Palmer Chiropractic 1983; Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, New Jersey (38MC00634000) & New York (X3567); Diplomat, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners; Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician - A.C.A./New York Chiropractic College (1986); Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians (1996); Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management (1998); Certified Personal Fitness Trainer; Certified Emergency Medical Technician - New York State and National Registry; Certified Manipulation Under Anesthesia (1998); Certified Clinical Nutritionist - International & American Assoc. of Clinical Nutrition (1999)

Awards and Honors
Prevention Magazine – Award for Chiropractic Excellence 1998; Chief of Chiropractic - Doctors Hospital - New York 1997; SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Award for Most Popular Series (1996/1997/1998); Volunteer Heart Resuscition Unit - Commendation for Meritorious Service (1994); SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Best Health Series (1994); Staten Island Richmond Lions - Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (1993); Pi Kappa Chi - Alumni Fraternity Brother of the Year (1987/1988); American Public Health Association (2003); American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians Symposium Presentation - Adolescent Athletic Injury (2004)

Past/Present Clients
Doctors Hospital of Staten Island - Chief of Chiropractic (1997-2001); Curtis High School Football (1988 to present)- New York City PSAL Football CHAMPION (2007)

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