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A 24-year-old female asked:

When i'm doing any kind of ab workout, planks, situps, etc.my body makes a clicking sound, coming from my hip/back.prevents me from exercising.what to do?

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Dr. Thomas Dowling
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If altering your : Exercises does not help or the use of some flexibility routines +/= otc meds if no contraindications to their use see a physiatrist, an orthopedist for an evaluation.
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