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Latissimus Dorsi Muscle: Shoulder, Arm, Low Abdominal, Pain
The latissimus dorsi is a large flat muscle that covers the mid to lower back. It can contribute to pain in the shoulder, upper back, and arm going down into the hand. The muscle can also cause pain in the side of the ribcage and lower abdomen. The lats can also affect breathing.
Read MoreSerratus Posterior Inferior Muscle: Mid to Low Back Pain
The serratus posterior inferior muscle contributes to pain in the lower back between the bottom of the ribs and the top of the hip. Pain is increased when you twist the torso, bend over, and stretch to reach overhead.
Read MoreQuadratus Lumborum Muscle: Low Back, Hip, Buttock, Groin, Pelvic, Abdomen Pain
The quadratus lumborum muscle is located in the low back. It can contribute to pain in the lower back, hips buttocks, back of the thigh as well as the top of the front of the hip and thigh. The pain in the lower back can be stabbing and debilitating.
Read MoreIliopsoas Muscles: Low Back, Abdomen, Groin, Pelvic, Upper Leg Pain
The iliopsoas muscle can contribute to pain in the low back, hip, pelvis, and front and back of the thigh. Pain from this muscle can mimic pain symptoms caused by a bladder infection, urinary tract infection, kidney infection or stones, and inguinal hernia.
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