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A member asked:

I had a lumbaral strain in my lower back the pain is still here an it shoots up an down my back what do i do?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Can't say !!: Depends on the severity, duration, type and distribution also age, other general medical problems, weight etc. Commonest cause would be degenerative disc disease. If persistent see a neurologist !

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/7/2020

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Find cause: Depending on cause treatment is planned. See your doctor, may need pain specialist.

Dr Hadied agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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