You Asked: My Ankles Crack When I Walk Up and Down Stairs


Updated 05/16/08 7:59 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 31 comments

You Asked: My Ankles Crack When I Walk Up and Down Stairs

You're asking and I'm answering . . . Dear Fit, Is it normal for my ankles to make a cracking or popping sound, the same sound my knuckles make when I crack them? It happens when I'm walking around in the morning, but especially when I go up or down stairs. It doesn't hurt at all, it's just noisy, and my boyfriend thinks something is wrong with me. Is it something I should worry about? — Poppy Read more

DrSugar Answers: Creaky Joints?


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Do Creaking Joints Mean Arthritis? A Doctor Answers Questions on Popping Joints

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. Hi! I had a question for DrSugar. I am wondering why my joints — knees and hips — are so squeaky and creaky. I don't feel any pain but I am curious if this might indicate potential problems later on? When I roll my shoulders, I feel like all of the little bones are rolling noisily together. I notice the creakiness in Read more