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I've been having back pain. when someone pokes my back it hurts. what is it? and i'm a athlete and run cross country.
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Back muscle spasms: sounds like you may have muscle spasms in the muscles that surround the spine which can also irritate the nerves in that area. You may benefit from mild stretching and ibuprofen. However, if it persist you may need to see an MD and possibly get some PT.
Answered 7/10/2015
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