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I have a large knot in the lower left side of my back it is causing excruciating pain. muscle relaxers and pain pills aren't working what is this?

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Dr. Erik Voogd answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Trigger Point/Spasm: This is likely a trigger point or a localized muscle spasm. Oftentimes TENS, acupuncture, massage, or trigger point injections can be of significant relief. I recommend that you seek out an acupuncturist or an interventional pain specialist for treatment.

Answered 3/29/2018

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