Understanding Middle Back Pain
Middle back pain, also referred to as thoracic spine pain, is a common concern that can significantly impact your comfort and quality of life. The thoracic spine is the central section of your back, attaching to the rib cage and playing a vital role in posture, breathing, and upper body movement. Discomfort in this region can affect everything from sitting and sleeping to lifting and daily tasks.
Common Causes of Middle Back Pain
- Poor Posture: Slouching or hunching forward—especially when sitting at a desk—can fatigue muscles and place stress on spinal joints. Neck and upper back pain often accompany poor posture.
- Muscle Strain or Tightness: Overuse, sudden twisting, or lifting can cause thoracic muscle strains and lead to tightness or pain between the shoulder blades.
- Trauma: Falls, sports injuries, or car accidents may result in muscle tears, ligament sprains, or fractures within the thoracic spine.
- Overuse: Manual jobs or repetitive activities like certain sports can lead to excessive wear on the middle back, causing persistent aches or discomfort.
- Muscle Weakness: When core and back muscles are underdeveloped, they offer poor support to the spine, increasing your risk of pain and poor posture. Strengthening is key to long-term relief.
Symptoms of Middle Back Pain
- Dull, aching or sharp pain across the mid-back
- Stiffness and reduced spinal flexibility
- Restricted range of motion during twisting or reaching
- Muscle spasms that come and go or feel persistent
- Discomfort that worsens with prolonged sitting or movement
- Trouble standing upright for long periods
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
At Belper Chiropractic Health Centre, we provide a non-invasive, drug-free approach to managing middle back pain. Our chiropractic care is tailored to address the root cause of your symptoms—not just the surface-level pain.
Our Approach May Include:
- Spinal Adjustments: Gentle, specific adjustments help realign the thoracic spine, reduce nerve irritation, and improve joint function.
- Postural Guidance: We assess and coach you on proper sitting, standing, and lifting posture to relieve ongoing strain.
- Stretching & Strengthening Exercises: We’ll design exercises to improve core and back strength, as well as spinal flexibility.
- Ergonomic Advice: We’ll examine your daily habits and workspaces to recommend changes that protect your spine and reduce recurrence.
Every care plan is based on your needs and lifestyle. We work closely with you to support long-term results and better movement—without relying on medication.
What to Do Next
If you’re struggling with persistent or recurring middle back pain, our team is here to help. Book your new patient consultation online or call us at 01773 475288 today or Book Online Now