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A member asked:

Will a lower back strain crack and pop as it heals? it cracks when i straighten my back? is this ok?

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Dr. Andrew Ho answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Cracking is ok: But it is not a sign of healing. Just don't over do it and injure your back muscles.

Answered 4/21/2014

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