Are spasms down the back normal after a lumbar puncture?
Patient: I had a lumbar puncture on 10/28 and it was quick and went well. Afterwards I followed procedure and stayed on my back until the next day. My back feels like I have a fist pushing near where the puncture was done. It feels uncomfortable to sit down for more than few minutes. I get a spasms that go up and down my back that feels like a fluttering. Is this normal. Doctor: Good morning (if morning is where you're at).  I'm Dr. Saghafi, a neurologist and have had many patients report different things to me following an LP.People sometimes report different symptoms of pain, burning, uncomfortable pressure following an LP...even if the procedure went swimmingly well.  You should let your provider know if pain becomes particularly poignant or you develop fever, chills, or a "lump" in the area of the puncture which seems to be enlarging or discoloring the skin.  Otherwise, follow your post procedural instructions and you should feel better in a few days.If you'd like to address further questions directly to my attention on this network you can look me up at:http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-dariush-saghafi/68474