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By Laura Inverarity, D.O., About.com Guide to Physical Therapy since 2005

Lumbar Strains

Sunday November 27, 2005
A lumbar strain is the result of a stretching injury to the muscles, tendons, or ligaments of the lower back. The micro tears that result cause pain with movement and at rest. Lumbar strains are a common cause of low back pain. Learn more about this condition in my article.

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