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What are recommendations for pulled/torn muscles on waist/back area? what exercises to help heal them or is surgery necessary?
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Depends: Unless you have a complete tear, physical therapy can usually help the muscle heal and restore full function. The physical therapist can also give you specific exercises to do at home. Surgery is usually not necessary but an orthopedic or physiatrist doctor should determine what is best for you.
Answered 6/5/2015
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