Many people’s knees squeak, crack, or crackle, a phenomenon known as crepitus. Most of the time, it’s no big deal at all. But a loud popping sound accompanied by pain and swelling indicates an injury.

Knee popping is often harmless and may occur when a person exercises. However, when it occurs alongside pain, it may be a sign of an underlying problem, such as arthritis or a knee injury. With a knee ...

The popping or cracking noise many people notice while squatting, climbing stairs or stretching after sitting for long periods is medically referred to as crepitus. According to Dilip Chand Raja S., ...

A seemingly harmless clicking sound in the knee while climbing stairs or squatting might not feel alarming at first. But according to Dr Obaidur Rahman, an orthopedic and sports surgeon at Delhi’s Dr ...