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Hurt muscle in lower back. using heat frequently the past couple of days. still hurts some. should i stretch or wait til pain gone?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

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Wait but see Dr.: It could just be a mild strain or something more serious that stretching could make worse. I would try and see a dr. First to help with your decision with exercises. May need physical therapy.

Answered 1/28/2014

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A member asked:

Hurt muscle in lower back. using heat frequently the past couple of days. still hurts some. should i stretch or wait til pain gone?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

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