Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD Key Takeaways Earwax buildup can cause crackling sounds in the ear. Swallowing, chewing, ...

The sweet release of cracking knuckles has always baffled scientists. Over the years, scientists trying to explain the cracking sound have pointed to “bubbles” created by rapid pressure changes in the ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Snap, crackle, pop. If you're a knuckle cracker, that familiar sound when you consciously pop your joints is like comfort food. You know it might not be so healthy for your hands ...

UC Davis Health System research presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago helps resolve two persistent questions about knuckle cracking: What causes the ...

Radiologists believe they've figured out why knuckles crack, and the good news is the source of the noise does no immediate harm to your hand. Ultrasound readings of people cracking their knuckles ...

Crackling sounds in your nose may result from several conditions involving your sinuses. Treating the underlying cause can clear your sinuses and eliminate the cracking sounds. You may be concerned if ...