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Doc says i have pinched l4, l5, s1. also says this can cause the muscle to feel hard. aside from causing pain and discomfort, is this true?
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Muscle spasm: Yes, pinching of the nerve roots may result in muscle spasm which may feel firm or hard to palpation.
Answered 5/29/2014
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