India, Feb. 11 -- That satisfying pop, followed by a warm, almost soothing sensation running down your back, can make neck cracking feel like instant tension relief. For many, it becomes a reflex - a quick fix during long hours at a desk or moments of stiffness. But while it may seem harmless, repeatedly cracking your neck could carry risks that go far beyond temporary discomfort.

Dr Sermed Mezher, a family medicine physician and health content creator based in England with over 15 years of experience, is unpacking the physiological repercussions of repeatedly cracking your neck - a practice that is not as harmless as many believe. In an Instagram video shared on February 11, the physician breaks down the potential neurological and vascu...