We talk about cracking and popping joints a lot on our videos and blog posts and it has led to a great deal of questions. Do you really crack the joints? What makes that cracking sound? Does it hurt? Well, the answer to these questions can be found by watching this video below. It shows what happens when bones are adjusted or cracked under the watchful eye of an MRI scan.
This article is part of our The Warwick Way series at Warwick Chiropractic & Massage. For our main resource on this topic, visit: The Warwick Way.
I discovered this video after it had been shared by another chiropractor elsewhere in the country and it shows and explains really well what actually happens when bones are cracked. And the answer might actually surprise you.
Check it out and let me know what you think.
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So with that being said, those of you who were afraid of having your joints cracked, what do you think now? Now you know exactly what goes on during the adjustment does it make you feel better? Your bones and joints aren’t being cracked at all, it’s simply gas build up that is being compressed and popped during the adjustment. Nothing more. And it does help accelerate pain relief and getting you back to a fully functional range of motion.
Getting patients out of pain and back to a full life is why we do what we do. We are walk in friendly, but if you want to make an appointment, we can help you there as well. Call today 360-951-4504.
More from our The Warwick Way Series
- Should You Crack Your Own Back & Neck?
- Warwick Chiropractic – Reviews & Complaints
- No Long Term Treatment Plans
- So What Really Happens With Cracking Joints?
- Why is Chiropractic Deemed an Essential Service?
- What are the Benefits of Chiropractic Care?
- What Does a Chiropractor Do?
- Can a Chiropractor Help Me?
- Once I Go Do I Have to Keep Going?
- Why Are Chiropractors Different?
- How Do Adjustments Work?
- Why Doesn’t Chiropractic Fix Pain in One Visit?
- How Many Sessions Does it Take?
- Why Are There Different Techniques?
- How Do I Find the Right Chiropractor?
- How Can Warwick Chiropractic Help You?
- How to Choose a Chiropractor
- Best Practices Case Management
- Do I Need a Long Term Contract?
- Warwick Chiropractic vs Other Clinics in Lacey
For our full guide: The Warwick Way

Dr. David Warwick, DC, is a board-certified chiropractor with over two decades of experience helping people find fast, effective relief from back and neck pain. He is the only chiropractor in Lacey, WA certified in the Zone Technique — a specialized healing method that restores balance to the body’s six systems for long-term wellness.
At Warwick Chiropractic & Massage, Dr. Warwick focuses on short-term, results-driven care, helping patients return to life without unnecessary long-term treatment plans. His clinic welcomes walk-ins and offers convenient online scheduling for modern, flexible chiropractic care.
Dr. Warwick is committed to educating his patients and the public about natural pain relief, spinal health, and how chiropractic care can be both simple and life-changing.







