Question
I am a 38 year old male with no known medical problems.  I have recently, in
the last year, starting having unusually problem with my hands.  If I keep my
hands still for about 2 or more minutes, when I close them into a fist, all my
joints pop.  This also happens when I am exerting my hands, and especially
when I wake up in the morning.  There is no pain associated with the
popping even though the popping is  easily heard.  I do not spend very much
time on the computer typing or exerting my hands.  I do have history of
rheumatoid arthritis in the family, but I am not experience any pain, joint
swelling, etc.  What could be causing this and/or what might this be symptom
of?  Thank you very much for your time and response.

Answer
Tom,

Most joint popping is a result of air bubbles in the synovial fluid that cushions your joints. This usually means nothing. As some people get older the natural wear and tear on joints reduces the amount of cartilage between joints this allows more room for air. This extra air causes the joints to pop more. This can happen to any joint or joints in your body.

As long as there is not pain and you ability to use your hands is not affected then there is little worry that this is a medical problem.

Rusty