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Dr. suggested 4 small injections near the inflammation to my lumbar instead of pain killers. lubricants!it's not on the spine. is he correct?go ahead?
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Well: I think they're discussing triggerpoints in Jackson is in the muscle these are often helpful follow your doctor advise
Answered 1/9/2016
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