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Upper Back Pain

"Upper back pain refers to discomfort felt between the base of the neck and the bottom of the rib cage. Although it occurs less frequently than neck or lower back pain, it can still cause significant discomfort and impact daily life."

Upper Back Pain Symptoms

Upper back pain can range from mild discomfort to severe, chronic pain. The symptoms may vary depending on the underlying cause and severity.

Common symptoms include:

  • ✔ Dull or aching pain between the shoulder blades
  • ✔ Muscle stiffness and tightness
  • ✔ Tenderness to touch
  • ✔ Headaches linked with muscle tension

More severe symptoms may involve:

  • ✔ Persistent or sharp pain with muscle spasms
  • ✔ Tingling or numbness in arms, chest, or upper back
  • ✔ Unexplained fever or weight loss
  • ✔ Difficulty controlling bladder or bowel function

Chronic upper back pain should not be ignored, as it can worsen over time and may even lead to physical deformity if left untreated.

Causes of Upper Back Pain

Several medical conditions, lifestyle factors, or injuries may lead to upper back pain. The most common causes include:

  • Muscle Strains & Sprains – Injuries to muscles, ligaments, or tendons from poor lifting techniques, sudden movements, or repetitive actions.
  • Poor Posture – Prolonged slouching or sitting incorrectly can cause long-term spinal stress and chronic pain.
  • Spinal Disc Issues – Herniated or degenerative discs affecting the thoracic spine.
  • Fractures – Trauma or falls leading to spinal bone fractures.
  • Arthritis – Conditions such as osteoarthritis that damage spinal joints.

Diagnosis of Upper Back Pain

Diagnosis usually begins with a review of your medical history and physical examination. Depending on findings, your doctor may recommend tests such as:

  • ✔ X-rays – to check for spinal bone abnormalities
  • ✔ MRI scans – to detect disc, ligament, or nerve issues
  • ✔ CT scans – for detailed imaging of spinal structures
  • ✔ Bone density tests – to evaluate bone strength
  • ✔ Electromyography (EMG) – to assess nerve function
  • ✔ Blood tests – to identify infections or inflammatory conditions

Upper Back Pain Treatment

Find Long-Term Relief with Intradiscal Pressure Therapy (IDPT)

At I-Spine Wellness, we specialize in Intradiscal Pressure Therapy (IDPT), a cutting-edge, non-surgical treatment that has already helped thousands of patients in India restore their spinal health without surgery.

Backed by global clinical research, this advanced therapy is a safe and effective alternative to surgery, pain medications, or steroid injections. Benefits include:

  • ✔ Reduces disc pressure and helps bulging or herniated discs retract
  • ✔ Improves blood circulation to accelerate natural healing
  • ✔ Relieves nerve compression, easing pain and stiffness
  • ✔ 100% non-invasive, drug-free, and safe for long-term recovery

I-Spine Wellness is committed to helping patients avoid unnecessary surgery and live pain-free, active lives with holistic spine rehabilitation.