Crepitus or crepitation refers to grinding, cracking, crunching, grating, or popping that is heard when the joints move. Some causes of crepitus are the popping of air bubbles inside the joint, tendon or ligament cracking over the joints, or pathologic conditions like arthritis. Crepitus may not always be associated with some underlying disease. But when it is more frequent and accompanied by pain, swelling, or other symptoms, it should be diagnosed at the earliest stage and intervened immediately.
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I have hip joint pain and hear a crackling sound on hip flexion. What could be the reason?
Query: Hi doctor, I have hip joint pain that makes a cracking sound(crepitus) when I flex my hip and rotate it externally. But it has not been affecting my movement but I am scared of the possibility of it affecting my movement. I cannot actually remember what caused it but I know when the pain start... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. This is mostly due to snapping tendons of the hip joint - iliopsoas or adductors, I suggest you take temporary medicines and do stretching exercises. Consult your physician and take the medications only with their consent... Read Full »