A doctor has issued a stark warning, advising people to avoid cracking their own neck due to the potential health hazards.

Dr. Belardo was surprised—the woman had been perfectly healthy and had no medical history that might suggest a stroke. But ...

occurs when the neck undergoes a rapid back-and-forth movement, similar to the motion of cracking a whip. This can damage the soft tissues of the neck, including muscles, ligaments, and nerves.

Once you've talked to your doctor, it's best to focus on small, slow movements, says Granominico. Cracking your neck should feel like a gentle stretch, with no straining, twisting, turning ...

Dr. Idries Abdur-Rahman discusses why it’s not recommended to crack your back and neck to relieve tension, because it could ...