Back strain happens when you overstretch, or pull, a muscle in your back. You may hurt your back in an accident or when you exercise or lift something.
Most back strains will get better with time. You can take care of yourself at home to help your back heal.
Back strain is an injury that happens when you overstretch, or pull, a muscle in your back. You may hurt your back in an accident or when you exercise or lift something. Most back pain gets better with rest and time. You can take care of yourself at home to help your back heal.
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