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Hi. i had a back injury 3days ago and the exrays showed loss of lumbar lordosis. and i'm on anti inflamatories and pain killers. can i run a 21km run on sunday. i have a slight discomfort but not major pain. please advise on the risks of running?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Slight discomfort: Your slight discomfort may lead to major discomfort if you attempt to run a 21 km race .Take s pass on this race. There will be other races when you are in better condition

Answered 3/16/2018

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