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Back Spasm During Running

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Riana Rohmann

Back spasms can occur during and after running or other strenuous activities. Spasms are when the muscles in your lower back tighten up painfully. Spasms usually are the result of previous trauma, inflammation or muscular weakness in the region, according to the Sports Injury Clinic.