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I have been cracking my back multiple times aa day for many years. it cracks far more than most others that i know. could this be causing symptoms of sciatica to now flair up? skin on leg feels qsensitive to the touch as well and hurts if anything rubs ag

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Generally No: Cracking backs has not had any relationship with causing other issues. There could have been a problem you already had going on regarding the sciatica and has just gotten worse lately. I would consider further evaluation if things aren't getting better, maybe MRI of spine to see.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have been cracking my back multiple times aa day for many years. it cracks far more than most others that i know. could this be causing symptoms of sciatica to now flair up? skin on leg feels qsensitive to the touch as well and hurts if anything rubs ag

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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