2 days ago my latissimus dorsi (both sides of the middle of my back), sides, and abdominal muscles would contract every minute for about 5-10 seconds. After the first day the contractions stopped, but I have severe pain in the middle of my back. I tried to do stretches, but the pain is severe so I stopped. What could cause this, and should I be seen by my doctor because it could be something bad?
HiT hank you for asking ChatDoctorI have gone through your query. Your problem can be due to injury to spine or muscle strain. A physical examination by an orthopedic will give clue for this and an X-ray followed by MRI if needed will rule out this problem. In case of any fracture to spine immobilization by using corsets is necessary. If that is clear then I usually advise muscle relaxants like cyclobenzaprine, NSAIDs like Diclofenac and neurotrophic Chat Doctor. I advise a short period of rest followed by physiotherapy and muscle strengthening exercise also. Hope this may help you. Let me know if you have any further query. Thanks.