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How to heal a pulled erector spinae? how long should it take?

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Dr. Ayo Adu answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Rest: This is a group of muscles that are responsible for extending the back and maintaining posture. As such, it can take a bit longer than other muscle groups to heal after a strain. It should still not take more than 2-4 weeks for a simple strain.

Answered 6/18/2018

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