Controlled neck stretches offer an effective way to improve mobility and reduce tension without the risks of cracking. Gentle movements that take the neck through its natural range of motion ...

The dangers of cracking your neck could include a vertebral artery dissection and stroke, but it’s rare. Consult your doctor if you experience stroke symptoms. Skip Navigation.

When you crack your neck, the rapid movement could tear the blood vessels that run up the back of your neck, Paul Lleva, MD, a neurologist with the Yale School of Medicine, told VERIFY.