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What Could Be The Cause Of Increasing Crunching Noise In Lower Back Area With History Of Crushed Vertebrae In Back ?
Hi, I crushed 2 vertebrae in my lower back 2 years ago after being thrown from my horse, I have a lot of flexibility and very little pain but I have increasing crunching noises in the lower back area which my gp said is harmless but I'm still concerned?
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Wed, 8 Jan 2014
Hi there .
The crunching noise is most probably due to development of secondary arthritis mostly in the facetal area of the vertebrae.
You need not worry if you are doing regular back exercises and your back muscles are strong .
Regular intake of a good quality calcium should suffice .
I hope my advice has helped .
Good luck
The crunching noise is most probably due to development of secondary arthritis mostly in the facetal area of the vertebrae.
You need not worry if you are doing regular back exercises and your back muscles are strong .
Regular intake of a good quality calcium should suffice .
I hope my advice has helped .
Good luck
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