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After standing for while feel tightness in back relieved when i bend over i can hear it crack and feel stretch. no surgeries/ injuries. is this normal?
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Yes: This sounds like it is normal. Our back and joints can crack when we stretch. I do recommend though that you see a physical therapist to get some help so you do not get an injury!
Answered 3/7/2016
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