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I think this chiropractic lumbar spine poster (not fully shown) is from 1984 but it’s still one of the most popular posters for patients. Nearly everybody visiting the chiropractor can identify with low back pain. Most people have a basic understanding as to what the sciatic nerve is or where it’s located. I have found this poster is great for educating people about a number of concerns related to the spine, spinal cord, spinal nerves and discs. Time for a modernized version.
Upper back pain is pain that is felt between the bottom of the neck and top of the lumbar spine. The upper back and neck section is a very complex part of our body because there are many joints and muscles working together.
While lower back pain affects our ability to walk and move about, upper backpain affects our ability to carry out simple daily activities like combing our hair orriding a bicycle.
Upper back pain is not as common as lower back pain, which is the most frequent excuse for absenteeism from work.This is because the upper back does not move as much as the spine in the lower back.
To understand how the upper back behaves, you need to have an idea of how it is structured in the spine.
Upper Back Structure
The anatomy of the upper body consists of the torso, arms and back. The torso which is basically the thoracic spine is made up of twelve vertebrae. The upper nine vertebrae are connected to corresponding ribs on both sides at every level and attaches to the breastbone in front. This forms the thoracic cage that provides structural protection for the internal organs of the heart, lungs and liver. This also offers space for the lungs to expand and contract but has limited motion in the spine. The lower three ribs do not join together at the front but still offer some protection to the vital organs, and allow slightly more motion in the spine. Viewing from the side, this part of the spine is a bit concave.
Since there is a lot of stability and little motion at the upper back (thoracic spine), there is less spinal disorder along this section of the spine.
The arms contain muscles such as the triceps brachii, biceps brachii and deltoid.The back contains muscles such as the rhomboids, rotator cuff and lattisimus dorsi.
Upper Back Pain Symptoms
This condition may last for a short duration, or it may last for more than three months, which is considered as chronic.The pain may be dull and throbbing, sharp and piercing, local or radiating. The pain may be constant, or only during certain activities, like lifting heavy things or after sitting for a long time. You may feel weakness and pain in your arms, and stiffness of your upper body.
This may occur in conjunction with other underlying medical conditions.
Symptoms include:
FeverHeadacheNeck painShoulder painStiffness of the backSwelling or redness of the backFatigueStressInsomniaAnxietyDepression
Some people suffering from back pain may also have other medical conditions with the following symptoms:
These symptoms may be life threatening and they should seek emergency treatment.
Causes
This condition can be caused by trauma, sudden injury, strain and poor posture over time. People who work long hours in front of computers or stretching their upper body at an awkward angle is prone to this problem. As their joints and muscles become exhausted their spines are misaligned creating imbalances. People who stretch and swing their upper body frequently during sport activities may also develop this pain. It can also be caused by more serious medical conditions, such as:
? fibromyalgia( a chronic pain in muscles and soft tissues surrounding the joints throughout the body, accompanied by fatigue) ? spondylitis (infection or inflammation of the spinal joints)? spinal disc herniation (slipped disc)? Osteoporosis (metabolic bone disease)? Spinal stenosis (a narrowing of the spinal canal that presses on the spinal cord or nerves)
Risk Factors
If you belong to any of the categories listed below, then you are at risk of getting upper back pain:
Congenital (present at birth) Family history of back pain or spine diseaseObesityIncreasing agePoor postureSedentary lifestyleSmokingStress and anxiety
Prevention and Treatment
Most treatments for upper back pain are focused on relieving the pain and do not address the underlying cause, which is normally the spinal imbalances.Unless you address the muscle and joint imbalances, pain relief is only temporary.
It can be treated by one or a combination of the following:
? Ice and/or heat therapy ? Deep massage or massage therapy? Joint manipulation, performed by chiropractors, physiotherapists, or osteopathic physicians? Acupuncture? Exercise/Active and passive physical therapy? Analgesics such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs? Short rest on bed
Unless the severity of your upper back pain warrants it, surgery should always be your last option.
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I think this chiropractic lumbar spine poster (not fully shown) is from 1984 but it’s still one of the most popular posters for patients. Nearly everybody visiting the chiropractor can identify with low back pain. Most people have a basic understanding as to what the sciatic nerve is or where it’s located. I have found this poster is great for educating people about a number of concerns related to the spine, spinal cord, spinal nerves and discs. Time for a modernized version.
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