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I was riding an atv and crashed. i landed on my lower spine and lower right back. my right lower back is still numb. what does that mean?

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Dr. Aron Rovner answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Back injury: You might have injured a nerve. Have an orthopedic spine specialist see your back. You might need an mri.

Answered 6/8/2013

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