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My spine started hurting today, in the middle of the back. how to relieve the pain. i tried taking a painkiller i had, and nothing relieved it.

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Try Stretching First: If stretching, nsaids and pain killers are not helping enough, consider getting an evaluation for further testing and examination.

Answered 1/5/2014

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