Because the upper back/thoracic spine area of the spinal column has a great deal of stability and limited movement, upper back pain is far less common. When it does occur, it can cause significant discomfort. Muscular irritation (myofascial pain) and joint dysfunction are often the cause of upper back pain. Upper back pain responds best to manual treatments such as exercise, chiropractic manipulation, massage therapy, or acupuncture.
Complete Listing
- All About Upper Back Pain
- All About the C7-T1 Spinal Segment (Cervicothoracic Junction)
- Causes of Intercostal Muscle Strain
- Causes of Upper Back Pain
- Could That Shoulder Pain Really Stem From the Neck?
- Diagnosing Upper Back Pain
- Early Treatments for Upper Back Pain
- Intercostal Muscle Strain Symptoms and Diagnosis
- Medical Treatments for Upper Back Pain
- Treating Intercostal Muscle Strain
- Thoracic Discs
- Thoracic Spinal Nerves
- Thoracic Spine Anatomy and Upper Back Pain
- Thoracic Vertebrae and the Rib Cage
- Upper Back Pain from Intercostal Muscle Strain
- Upper Back Pain Symptoms