But is Cracking Your Neck Any Good for You? Many crave the feeling of relief that comes from a quick crack of the neck (although some research has shown that this may be a psychological placebo effect). Neck stiffness isn’t unusual, and it can occur from merely spending too long bent over your desk, sleeping awkwardly or lifting something that is too heavy.
When your neck is stiff, there is only one thing you want: relief.
