[header] How to stop your joints from cracking and popping [title] Stretch your neck gently to promote spinal health. [step] If you frequently experience a creaky neck, try facing forward, then tilt your head to the left and bring your ear close to your shoulder. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds, then repeat on the other side. 
[substeps] After tilting your head to each side, face forward, then slowly turn your head to the left as far as you comfortably can. Hold it for 30 seconds, then turn slowly to the right and repeat the stretch on that side.