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  1. May 6th, 2015, 11:09 AM #1
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    Upper Back Knot and Potassium Link?

    I'm developing a horrible left upper back knot that is very persistent. Could this be linked to low potassium levels? Is this anyone else's experience?
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    Upper Back Knot and Potassium Link?

    How close to your neck is it? I always get a persistent knot in my neck when my Magnesium levels are low. Usually low potassium levels cause charley horses in the feet or calves.

    Hope you find some relief soon! I know how badly it sucks!


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  4. May 6th, 2015, 12:19 PM #3
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    It's actually right under my shoulder blade. So uncomfortable!! May need a spa day!
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    I'm extremely prone to muscle knots in my upper back/neshoukder/neck region and they've never been affected by Mg or K levels IME, but it's not impossible. As XX said, low K will cause calf cramps usually,; those I often experience when my K is low. Mg however never seems to help anything at any dose. I recommend a chiropractor and massage (a deep tissue one, or myofascial release).

    K=potassium
    Mg=magnesium
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  7. May 7th, 2015, 02:53 PM #5
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    No way to know without blood work - my advice is, drink a coconut water and/or have a yogurt and see if it helps.
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