Middle Back

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Middle back pain occurs below the neck and above the bottom of the rib cage, in an area called the thoracic spine. This type of pain in the middle back between the shoulder blades affects people of any age, for different reasons. Perhaps it’s not so surprising when we think of all the office work done at a rapid pace with rounded shoulders, forward head bowed and arms tense. Chest Back pain often spreads up to the neck into the shoulders and arms or the chest.  There are a number of ways the bones, muscles, ligaments, and disks in the spine can irritate or injure the nerves, causing back pain. Some possible causes can be poor posture, obesity, muscle sprain or strain, injury, herniated disc, osteoarthritis, and aging. A lack of exercise can lead to weak muscles, which can contribute to pain.

The main symptom of back pain is an ache or pain anywhere in the back. Sometimes all the way down to the buttocks and legs.  Some of the most common symptoms of mid back pain include:

  • muscle aches
  • dull pain
  • a burning sensation
  • sharp or stabbing pain
  • muscle tightness or stiffness

To delve into the complaints related to the middle of the back, check the menu on the right.

If you would like to make an appointment with one of the chiropractors at Chiro & Sports Med simply call our office on 9817 2005 and one of our friendly staff will organise an appointment for you.

 

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