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I feel like i constantly have tight muscles in my back... i am an er rn... i stretch and take otc..what else can i do it hurts ps can't do narcs?
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Massage: Try seeing a massage therapist. They would be able to help decrease the tightness and pain through manual therapy and possibly evaluate the cause of your discomfort. Best of luck!
Answered 8/15/2013
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