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Dr. O'Brien-
Is it dangerous for your neck or back if you pop them often, if you get a string of pops, and if the popping is quite loud? Can this be excessive rubbing on joints? Thank You for any advice that you can provide.
Jon
Hello Jon,
Yes, popping your neck will cause the ligaments to become loose/stretched out! When this happens, the joints can be injured with less force than normal. If you are not being adjusted by a doctor of chiropratic the popping of the joints may be in the wrong direction causing premature wearing of the joints.
Hope the info. helps,
Dr. Brendon O'Brien D.C.
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Dr. Brendon J. O`Brien, D.C.
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Questions related to: Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Soft Tissue Treatment, Nutrition, Acupuncture, and the integration of Chinese and Western medicine.
Experience
Dr. O'Brien is a highly skilled doctor of Chiropractic who has come to Minneapolis, Minnesota from Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. O'Brien has a extensive knowledge of sports related injuries and myofascial conditions. Dr. O'Brien has competed in Judo, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Free-Style Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, and continues to compete in Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, and Cross-Country Skiing.
Education/Credentials
D.C., Certified Acupuncturist in Minnesota.
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