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I've always had lower back pain since i was little they said if i worked the muscles then it would help. i workout but still have pain when i wake up.
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Low back pain: low back pain is usually muscular in origin. This is usually treated with back and hamstring stretching and core strengthening. 90% of patients with acute low back pain will have resolution of their pain within the first 6 weeks. Persistent pain should be evaluated by a physician.
Answered 1/13/2015
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