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Is it normal to feel spine shift slightly when back cracks.also does this cause height loss? for context i don't have any back problems i'm aware of.

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Dr. Craig Lum answered

Back cracks: This sounds very suspicious. What did you do before this happened? It doesn't sound great. Better see your PCP about this.

Answered 10/9/2018

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A member asked:

Is it normal to feel spine shift slightly when back cracks.also does this cause height loss? for context i don't have any back problems i'm aware of.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Craig Lum answered

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