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I had a really bad pull/tearing feeling around waist area. could i have pulled/tore a muscle/ligament? what images can tell if a tear occurred?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possibly: Muscle tear won't show up on xray but on mri, occasionally. Only your dr can give you a thorough exam & assessment. Hope you feel better!

Answered 6/1/2015

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