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Strained Lower Back, Popping Sound On Lifting Something Heavy. Taken Advil, Hot Water Bath. Cure?
Hello. A week ago i strained my lower back , it was quite painfull , i took advil and rested in hot tub all weekend on monday all was good at work. Today i picked up a ladder and felt a pop In my lower back . There was pain but not as much as last time I now have noticed a click in that spot when i lift my right leg forward To waist level with knee bent down...
Wed, 13 Feb 2013
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The click that you have noticed could be due to crackling of a joint which is a harmless finding. If it is associated with any pain then it needs to be examined and investigated to rule out any bone injury.
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Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The click that you have noticed could be due to crackling of a joint which is a harmless finding. If it is associated with any pain then it needs to be examined and investigated to rule out any bone injury.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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