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Pain down my waist (left side) usually triggered when i walk carrying my laptop bag & also when i stand doing chores. been worse since 2 days "help"?

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Muscle spasm: Carry laptop on the other shoulder. Use Aleve, (naproxen) local heat. Upper body and back strengthening exercise is the long term solution.

Answered 12/5/2014

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