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Please tell me what is it called when your back locks up?

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Depends: There are many potential causes of low back pain with muscle spasms. The most common causes are related to strain or injury to the mucles and/or structures of the lower spine. See your physician if you have pain greater than 2 weeks.

Answered 12/10/2013

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