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I have pulled a muscle in my upper back,. at times, while just walking i will have a sharp pain and it takes my breathe away. is this normal?

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Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

Yes.: Every step you take involves moving the torso too. So any walking may cause spasms after a muscle strain of the back

Answered 12/12/2016

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A member asked:

I have pulled a muscle in my upper back,. at times, while just walking i will have a sharp pain and it takes my breathe away. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

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