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Upper Back Pain

Although slightly more uncommon than lower back pain, upper back pain can cause substantial discomfort. Luckily, chiropractic care can help significantly with upper back pain.

At Metro Denver Accident & Injury Centers, serving Aurora, Lakewood, and Westminster, CO, we use a personal approach to treat upper back pain. Our doctors understand that each patient is different. We can devise specialized, non-invasive chiropractic treatment plans for different types of pain.

Causes of Upper Back Pain

The upper back, also known as the thoracic spine, is the area between the bottom of your neck and your ribcage base. It’s made of 12 bones, and pain can occur in any of these. Patients suffering from upper back pain often complain of a dull, burning, or sharp pain sensation in the affected area.

While poor posture is the leading cause of thoracic spine pain, other common causes include:

  • Muscle overuse or repetitive motions
  • Traumatic injuries like auto accidents, slips, and falls
  • Herniated discs
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Spinal infections

Symptoms of Upper Back Pain

While upper back pain is common with people who spend too much time sitting down, it can affect anyone. If you experience any of the severe or consistent symptoms below, it’s time to see a chiropractor.

  • Your pain management efforts are futile
  • You are having intense pain
  • The affected area is red or swollen
  • You suffered an injury or auto accident
  • You experience tingly pickles or weakness in the legs

Treatment

Instead of pain-relieving medications, chiropractors use non-invasive techniques to treat upper back pain. A chiropractic adjustment is one of the common methods used to manage pain. It aims to reduce joint restrictions and correct any spine misalignments. Other methods used for upper back pain include massage therapies and physical therapies.

Besides pain relief, chiropractic techniques for upper back pain can also reduce inflammation, improve your range of motion, increase your muscle strength, and give you a faster recovery. Our methods are safe, natural, and do not have any side effects.

Visit Our Chiropractors for Upper Back Pain Relief

If you are experiencing upper back pain, don’t wait to get chiropractic care. Our experienced chiropractors can help alleviate your pain. At Metro Denver Accident & Injury Centers, serving Aurora, Lakewood, and Westminster, CO, we are here to help you live a healthy and painless life. Call us today to schedule an appointment.