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Thanks to synovial fluid, joints move smoothly and silently. In the case when a crunching sound begins to be heard, we can talk about a disruption of the cartilage tissue.

But what can happen in children? If a child has cracking joints in their arms or legs, parents should take control of it. The health hazard is rare, but if the situation bothers you for a long time, you should visit a doctor.

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• Dangerous symptoms
• Causes of crunching in an infant
• In children from 3 to 8 years old
• Crunching in teenagers

Physiological crunch

Physiological crunch

• joint pain;
• limited mobility;
• swelling;
• redness;
• deformation.

If the joint clicks, it is likely that this is due to gas bubbles that burst when the joint capsule is stretched. These sounds are not accompanied by pain. They do not signal illness.

Sometimes the crunch is caused by friction inside the joint. This may be friction of joint surfaces, muscles, tendons. The stability of the shoulder is achieved by the abundance of soft tissues that support it. If they become inflamed and increase in volume, then friction appears. It causes discomfort and is often accompanied by characteristic sounds.

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Pathological causes

The crunching itself should not be a cause for concern unless there are other symptoms. Unfortunately, pain often accompanies the crunch. This combination of symptoms can occur in a variety of diseases. Main reasons:

• inflammation of the tendons of the rotator cuff muscles;
• tendon sprain or rupture;
• calcific tendinitis;
• adhesive capsulitis;
• shoulder arthrosis;
• inflammation of the coracoclavicular or acromioclavicular joint.

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Diagnostic methods:

• radiography;
• if the diagnosis is unclear - magnetic resonance imaging.

The doctor also uses clinical methods. He will check in what positions of the shoulder the crunch appears, at what range of motion the pain occurs, and how intense the load the patient can bear. When determining the causes of a crunch in the shoulder joint, the doctor pays attention to the patient’s age, since different diseases are characteristic of people of different age categories. For persons under 40 years of age, dislocations and subluxations of the shoulder are common. In older patients, the risk of chronic diseases of the rotator cuff muscles, as well as arthrosis, increases.

Diagnostics

If the baby’s joints are crunching for a very long time, and the condition continues to worsen, it is necessary to show him to an orthopedist so that diagnostic measures can be carried out. The examination begins in the attending physician's office; he checks the elbows, knees, hip and shoulder joints.

To determine the symptom of slipping, the necessary manipulations are carried out. To do this, the baby is placed on the couch, the knee and hip joints are bent, and the hips are spread evenly in both directions.

If there is no pathology, the hips will touch the couch without difficulty. If a child has a dislocation, the head of the articular joint will begin to slide into the acetabulum.

Only a doctor can perform diagnostics

An accurate diagnosis can be made only after instrumental and laboratory diagnostics. The child undergoes a general blood and urine test and undergoes an ultrasound examination of the heart and joints. If the diagnosis has been confirmed and joint problems are identified, appropriate treatment will be prescribed.

Important! The older the child, the more difficult it will be to get rid of the disorder.

Crunching with osteoarthritis

A constant, pronounced crunch, which is accompanied by pain, is a characteristic symptom of shoulder arthrosis. Unlike a similar disease that affects the knee or hip joint, arthrosis of the shoulder joint is most often secondary. That is, it develops not as an independent disease, but as a complication of other pathological processes.

Features of the pathology:

• develops mainly after 40 years;
• there is a restriction of not only active (initiated by the patient), but also passive movements in the joint (performed by the doctor);
• the history often includes a shoulder injury, repeated microtraumas, and a high level of physical activity (sports, heavy physical labor).

Arthrosis is diagnosed by X-ray examination. The doctor detects osteophytes along the lower edge of the articular surface of the humeral head. The joint space is narrowed. Possible cysts in bone tissue. There are signs of subchondral osteosclerosis.

What causes clicking in joints?

If you do not take the necessary measures in a timely manner, you can become disabled. Every person should take care of themselves, monitor their health, limit physically hard work, and change their lifestyle. You should try not to gain excess weight, go swimming, and wear only comfortable shoes.

The most important reason for a clicking joint is the accumulation of gas. It turns out that synovial fluid contains carbon dioxide, oxygen, and nitrogen. During the movement, the bubbles burst, all accompanied by sounds. But this is not the only reason for the clicking sound. Such problems are caused by injuries, difficult physical exercises, fractures, changes in the integrity of blood vessels or tissue, and excessive increased joint activity.

The click causes the production of an altered protein that is used in connective tissue. This problem is hereditary. Another common cause of a clicking joint is a violation of its structure.

I hear a clicking noise while walking

This worries people of all ages. The most vulnerable area is the knee. It is this that is exposed to various injuries and damage. With age, changes occur in them. As soon as a characteristic sound appears, you need to immediately determine the reasons for its appearance. To do this, you need to seek help from specialists who will prescribe treatment for joints.

and related diseases.

A clicking sound heard when walking indicates pathologies such as:

• sprain;
• changes in joint fluid;
• violation of the shape of cartilage.

An accurate diagnosis is established after examination; you cannot begin treatment on your own.

What to do if you have cracking joints

This problem indicates an insufficient amount of lubricating joint substance. Do not forget that a slight crunch or clicking sound is typical for children who are in their teens. Their body does not develop quite evenly, so there is no reason to worry.

If a joint clicks in an adult, this indicates the presence of a disease. Most often it is heard during a sharp rise or squat. Some women have flexible joints, so they do not have to deal with such a problem as clicking.

Arthrosis can damage the condition of the joints, and the crunching develops into severe pain. Coping with such a disease is difficult, so it will take a lot of time. The best prevention of the disease is gymnastics, but it is prohibited in case of arthrosis.

The child hears a clicking sound in the joints

When parents notice such problems, they begin to panic. A crunching sound can be heard when picking up the baby. Young children have a different musculoskeletal system than adults.

There are several reasons for the clicking sound:

• poorly developed muscular system;
• soft joints.

An unusual sound when moving an arm or leg can be a signal that there is a problem. If only one joint crunches, then this is already a violation. When a specialist conducts a full examination, he will be able to establish a diagnosis and prescribe treatment. It is especially important to monitor your child’s nutrition, as the body needs vitamins. Using a special menu, you can strengthen the musculoskeletal system. To do this, you need to take care of your drinking regime. Thanks to the large amount of fluid that enters the body, an optimal balance of intra-articular lubrication is maintained.

At the age of 14, the body begins to undergo restructuring and joints are finally formed. After 16 years, the clicking disappears. If symptoms persist, this indicates a serious illness, and the child’s parents should consider visiting a specialist.

What to do if you hear clicking sounds in your joints

First you need to pay attention to preventive measures. First of all, nutrition is reviewed, weight and calorie consumption are monitored. It is recommended to start doing simple exercises that will support your joints. You need to make sure you buy comfortable shoes. Such measures will help reduce clicking. Women will have to completely abandon heels and high platforms.

Sedentary work and an inactive lifestyle have a negative impact on the condition of the joints. Spend more time walking, running, cycling. When playing sports, you need to take all precautions and not overwork. It is best to practice swimming, which helps avoid overexertion.

Crunching is often a sign of an inflammatory process. A whole range of treatment is recommended, including special gymnastics and physical activity, but only moderate ones. It is necessary to avoid hypothermia, pay more attention to medicinal baths with various additives, which include:

• fir oil;
• aromatic plant extracts;
• sea ​​salt.

People suffering from cracking joints are often helped by taping, which is a new procedure. Special patches are applied to the affected area, after which some physical exercises are performed. Acupuncture has proven itself to be beneficial, helping with severe pain and injuries. The procedure is carried out only by experienced specialists and is performed carefully and safely. If pain occurs, you can use simple mustard plasters, which have a warming effect and improve blood circulation.

Anti-inflammatory drugs are often used for treatment.
These include chondoprotectors that help restore cartilage tissue. A positive effect can be observed after long-term use. A complex of vitamins and microelements is required. Author: K.M.N., Academician of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences M.A. Bobyr

What to do?

If the joint crunches from time to time, but there are no other symptoms, the function is completely preserved, then nothing needs to be done. It is enough to calm down, not perceive the crunch as a symptom of illness and not pay attention to it. The appearance of clicking sounds during exercise is not a cause for concern and is not a symptom of incipient arthrosis.

If pain comes along with the crunching, treatment is required. It can be completely different, depending on the origin of the pathological process. Most often, conservative therapy is sufficient. The patient is prescribed:

Dangerous symptoms

Parents should not always be alarmed by the clicking of joints. However, there are also situations that can be dangerous to ignore.

The following may be considered alarming symptoms:

• redness and swelling in the joint area;
• the appearance of a systematic crunch from a specific joint;
• the appearance of difficulties when spreading the limbs;
• the baby worries and cries when crunching;
• Symptoms have been bothersome for a long time.

Children may experience pain and other unpleasant symptoms

If such symptoms are detected in a child, it is important to visit a medical facility as soon as possible.