Cracking your back provides temporary relief, but frequent or forceful attempts carry significant risks like nerve damage, muscle strain, and joint instability. While occasional cracking is generally ...

A man in his forties fractured his penis while having sex with his wife on top. The man was in severe pain, his penis swelled up and he was unable to pee, doctors said. He had emergency surgery and ...

If you’ve ever popped or cracked your joints — by accident or on purpose — you’re not alone. There’s even a medical name for that crackling, clicking or popping sound your bones make: crepitus.

Cracking your back or neck might provide quick relief and a satisfying popping noise — but is it a safe practice? “When you stretch or manipulate your spine, such as by twisting or bending, the ...