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I have back pain feels like a rope down my spine. what could it be?
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See below: It depends on the cause. Symptoms like these can only be adequately diagnosed through a thorough evaluation by your doctor.
Answered 12/17/2019
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Agree w earlier : Response regarding need for evaluation. However, many people i evaluate have tight roapy bands in the paraspinal muscles that run down the back. Pain may be myofascial, muscle. If back is evaluated and non-surgical - acupuncture is often a safe and effective approach.
Answered 11/16/2013
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