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Middle Back Pain Treatment

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Middle Back Pain Treatment

Thoracic / Middle Back Pain Treatment in Hyderabad

The upper-middle or middle back, known as the thoracic region, can experience pain for various reasons. Generally, middle back pain is not indicative of a severe spinal issue. However, it can be caused by daily activities or underlying conditions and diseases.

Statistics regarding upper vertebral fractures/pain in the thoracic region show that it is a common problem affecting people of all ages. This pain is often attributed to factors such as poor posture or strain from heavy lifting, which impact the joints between the vertebrae and ribs. It’s worth noting that the conditions affecting the thoracic spine differ from those affecting the lumbar spine.

Several risk factors contribute to thoracic back pain, specifically upper vertebral fractures or pain. The most common cause is muscular and ligamentous strains, primarily related to poor posture. Additionally, vertebral dysfunction can also contribute to the discomfort experienced in this region.

Seek emergency treatment if back pain is accompanied by:

  • Weakness in your arms
  • Loss of control of your bladder or bowels
  • Numbness or tingling in your chest or arms
  • Unexplained loss of weight
  • Fever and chills
  • Bacterial infection

The medical conditions that can cause mid-back pain include:

  • Pulled back muscle
  • Pinched nerve
  • Myofascial pain syndrome
  • A compression fracture
  • A herniated disc
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoporosis
  • A bulging disc
  • Thoracic spondylosis
  • Thoracic Sprain
  • Thoracic Facet Syndrome
  • Thoracic Degenerative Joint Disease
  • Thoracic Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Thoracic Radiculopathy

Other factors that can cause middle back pain include:

  • A back injury, such as a slipped disc or a sprain
  • Poor posture
  • Prolonged sitting at a desk
  • Overuse of specific muscles and ligaments
  • Repetitive movements at your job or in a sport
  • Back muscle atrophy
  • Wearing a backpack for long periods of time
  • Sports injuries
  • Trauma from a car accident or fall
  • Jobs that require frequent heavy lifting

Treatment of Thoracic Back Pain (Upper Vertebral Fractures / Pain)

  • Vertebral dysfunction is treated with simple analgesics for painful episodes, appropriate exercises (after consultation with physiotherapist) and spinal mobilisation.
  • Treatment for Scheuermann’s disorder involves extension exercises, postural correction, and consideration for bracing or surgery if serious deformity.
  • Treatment for scoliosis may involve bracing until skeletal maturity is reached (this will only halt the process), or surgical correction for more severe curvatures.
  • Osteoporosis- can be treated with general measures (alter diet, stop smoking, alcohol), calcium supplementation, and medications such as Vitamin D, bisphosphonates, and oestrogen replacement) see topic under ‘bone’ medical centre for more detail.
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