The Economic Times

He was 34, active. No diabetes, no high BP. Doctor reveals one 'harmless habit' which caused 34-year-old to almost die from stroke

A 34-year-old man, despite being exceptionally healthy, suffered a stroke due to a seemingly harmless habit: forcefully cracking his neck. This aggressive twisting damaged his cervical artery, leading to a blood clot that blocked blood flow to his brain. Doctors highlight this case to warn young adults about the dangers of such actions, emphasizing that even minor habits can have severe consequences.