Upper Back

Acute and chronic upper back pain can make even the easiest of tasks hard to perform. Upper back pain is a common complaint that can be effectively addressed with chiropractic care. At Specific Chiropractic, we apply non-invasive therapeutic treatments to reduce sudden or persistent upper back pain naturally. Call our office and speak to Dr. Evan to understand more about our upper back pain treatments: (561) 571-2468

Where Is The Upper Back?

Patients are more likely to come in for pain in the upper back than for the lower back. The upper back region extends from below the neck to above the lower back. This region is also known as the thoracic spine. It has a limited range of motion when compared to other areas of the spine due to its attachment to the rib cage.

 

Upper back pain can occur suddenly or be a symptom of a chronic condition. In addition to pain, many patients experience a reduced range of motion, stiffness, or muscle spasms.

An x-ray of a man with upper back pain.

Causes of Upper Back Pain

Back pain in the thoracic spine and attached musculature can make it difficult to perform routine tasks or enjoy a restful night of sleep. Conditions that can result in discomfort in this area include:

  • Nerve compression
  • Bulging or herniated discs
  • Soft tissue injury
  • Vertebral injury
  • Musculoskeletal strain

This area of the body does a significant amount of physical work. Sudden trauma or injury can lead to inflammation, spinal subluxation, and more. Chronic pain in the area may be from repetitive stress injuries in one or more associated areas. Activities and sudden movements that can end up causing a problem in the upper back region include

  • Poor posture
  • Whiplash
  • Frequent texting and computer use
  • Overuse
  • Contact sports

Understand more about how chiropractic and associated therapies can speed up the healing process.

How Chiropractic Can Treat the Upper Back

When upper back pain does not resolve quickly, chiropractic may help. An individualized treatment program may include chiropractic care, physical therapy, or acupuncture and can be effective in correcting spinal imbalances, improving mobility, and naturally reducing pain. Such treatments can realign the thoracic spine, reduce tension in any affected musculature, and support the body’s healing process.

Experience Upper Back Pain Relief

At Specific Chiropractic, we’re dedicated to finding and treating the cause of your upper back pain.


Call our office today at (561) 571-2468 and schedule your initial consultation and learn about our non-invasive treatment options.

Common conditions and symptoms that may respond well to chiropractic care.

Doctors of Specific Chiropractic do not treat medical conditions or diseases.

We remove stress to the nervous system with a gentle and safe correction. 

Less stress to your nervous system will allow your body to adapt and heal more effectively and efficiently. 

What we do has helped many people like you get well. If you suffer from any of the conditions below, call our office and see how a personalized treatment plan can help you Get Well & Stay Well (561) 571-2468.

  • Acid reflux
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Allergies
  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Athletic performance
  • Autism
  • Back Pain
  • Bed wetting
  • Bell’s palsy
  • Birth trauma
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Chronic pain 
  • Colic babies
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Disc bulges & herniations
  • Dizziness (vertigo)
  • Ear infections and hearing
  • Epilepsy
  • Eye problems
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gastro-intestinal issues
  • Headaches
  • High blood pressure
  • Immune function
  • Infertility
  • Insomnia
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Knee pain
  • Learning disorders
  • Lower back pain
  • Ménière's Disease
  • Menopause symptoms
  • Migraine headaches
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Neck pain
  • Neuralgia
  • Neuritis
  • Neurological disorders         
  • Neuropathy   
  • Numbness     
  • Otitis media (ear infections)
  • Parkinson’s disease 
  • Pinched Nerves         
  • PMS   
  • Reproduction Issues
  • Restless leg syndrome
  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis and Posture
  • Seizure disorders
  • Shoulder pain
  • Skin disorders
  • Sore throat
  • Sports injuries
  • Swallowing disorders
  • Tendonitis
  • Tingling sensations
  • TMJ dysfunction
  • Torticollis
  • Trigeminal (Atypical) Neuralgia
  • Whiplash
  • Acid reflux
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Allergies
  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Athletic performance
  • Autism
  • Back Pain
  • Bed wetting
  • Bell’s palsy
  • Birth trauma
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Chronic pain 
  • Colic babies
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Disc bulges & herniations
  • Dizziness (vertigo)
  • Ear infections and hearing
  • Epilepsy
  • Eye problems
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gastro-intestinal issues
  • Headaches
  • High blood pressure
  • Immune function
  • Infertility
  • Insomnia
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Knee pain
  • Learning disorders
  • Lower back pain
  • Ménière's Disease
  • Menopause symptoms
  • Migraine headaches
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Neck pain
  • Neuralgia
  • Neuritis
  • Neurological disorders         
  • Neuropathy   
  • Numbness     
  • Otitis media (ear infections)
  • Parkinson’s disease 
  • Pinched Nerves         
  • PMS   
  • Reproduction Issues
  • Restless leg syndrome
  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis and Posture
  • Seizure disorders
  • Shoulder pain
  • Skin disorders
  • Sore throat
  • Sports injuries
  • Swallowing disorders
  • Tendonitis
  • Tingling sensations
  • TMJ dysfunction
  • Torticollis
  • Trigeminal (Atypical) Neuralgia
  • Whiplash

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One W. Camino Real, Suite 111, Boca Raton, FL 33432.


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