Illustration with mid back pain Are you regularly suffering from middle back pain below your neck and above the bottom of your rib cage? Referred to as the thoracic spine, this is one of the most common areas to experience chronic pain and a common reason why patients seek treatment with an Acupuncturist. Here is what you need to know.

Common Symptoms of Middle Back Pain

So, how do you know you’re experiencing middle back pain? The most common symptoms include muscle stiffness, sharp pain, sudden achiness, or a burning sensation. In minor cases, you might feel a dull pain that never quite fully goes away.

Causes of Middle Back Pain

There are numerous causes for pain in the thoracic spine. For example, chronic middle back pain can be caused by something as simple as sleeping wrong or poor posture. Those who are overweight or live a sedentary lifestyle also seem to experience it more.

But the problem could also be something more serious, too. Herniated disks, osteoarthritis, and joint fractures can all cause middle back pain. Severe injuries like falls, car accidents, sports injuries, and more can also be the culprit of severe thoracic spine pain.

Treatment of Middle Back Pain

So, how is middle back pain treated? Visiting your Acupuncturist is generally the first step in achieving relief. During the first appointment, they will generally evaluate your pain through palpation, questioning, and structural assesments.

If it is simply muscular, your Acupuncturist will perform a manual therapy with Acupuncture and recommend special stretching exercises to improve posture, heat, or ice therapy at home, along with other treatments.

Find Relief from Middle Back Pain

Experiencing chronic middle back pain can be disruptive to your entire life. However, the good news is that there is a solution. Let our team help you find relief and get back to doing the things you love most. Please contact us today at (858) 272-4627 to schedule an appointment.

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