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One side of lower back tighter than the other

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alex33502
alex33502

I have recently started to get twitching in the right side of my butt and after a bit of trying to figure out the problem, I discovered that the lower right side of my back is a lot tighter than the left. When I apply a bit of pressure, you can instantly notice the difference as it feels very hard.

I have tried doing stretches and various massaging techniques but none have seemed to make a difference. What could I do to relieve the tightness?

P.S I am mainly sitting at a desk for long periods of time

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  • amkoffee
    amkoffee alex33502

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    Have you tried heat or ice? The ice reducing swelling while heat relaxed muscles. You may want to try ice for 20 minutes followed with heat for 20 minutes. Do this several times a day if possible.

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