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I pulled a muscle in my lower back this morning. i hurt when i move it, but also when i dont move it for a while. is there anything i can do, other than taking pain killers and waiting for it to get better?

Q: i pulled a muscle in my lower back this morning. i hurt when i move it, but also when i dont move it for a while. is there anything i can do, other than taking pain killers and waiting for it to get better?

: Have you tried cold, ice compresses. Also, have you tried massaging area. If situation doesn’t improve after a few days, possibly make appointment with Orthopedist/Chiropractor.

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Have you tried cold, ice compresses. Also, have you tried massaging area. If situation doesn’t improve after a few days, possibly make appointment with Orthopedist/Chiropractor.

Answered 2/21/2023

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A member asked:

I pulled a muscle in my lower back this morning. i hurt when i move it, but also when i dont move it for a while. is there anything i can do, other than taking pain killers and waiting for it to get better?

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