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I am experiencing back pain (severity: severe) (side: both) . the following also describes me: obesity. what should i do?
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Strain v. spinal: Obesity can cause spain due to increased gravity loading effects on lumbar muscles. It can also cause increased axial loading, pressure coming down the spine, which can rupture discs or inflame facet joints. Imaging should give the answer.
Answered 5/18/2017
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