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If i have s muscle tear of bout 1 1/2 inches and did not operate on it, will i be paralysed?
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Muscles: Muscle tears do not lead to paralysis. Injuries to the spinal cord lead to paralysis. Sounds like you'll be ok.
Answered 5/29/2015
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