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Causes and Management of Knee ‘Cracking’ Sounds

The knee joint is a complex structure composed of cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Due to this anatomical complexity, various sounds such as cracking, popping, or clicking may occur during movement. These sounds can arise from several mechanisms, including gas bubble formation (cavitation), tendon or ligament snapping, cartilage wear, or joint misalignment. Common Causes of…