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My dr. told me my back muscles are tight and that's what causes my upper back to hurt. what can i do to help loosen these muscles?
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Tight back muscles: Stretching exercises e.g. Gentle yoga would probably be of benefit to you. Also check your posture standing and sitting. Also check how you work with computer etc.
Answered 11/4/2013
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