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I have a pinched nerve in back and it's taking my breath away. what can i do?
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Pinched nerve: needs to be treated by your doc. Treatment MAY include Physical Therapy, Shots, anti-inflammatories, perhaps even surgery. There are natural anti-inflammatories but you would need to see a nutritionist, Chinese doctor, or the like. Peace and good health.
Answered 5/28/2016
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