What Can I Do for My Mid Back Pain?
Back pain can affect us all and is usually mentioned as lower back pain. However, there are many of those that suffer from mid-back pain. This type of back pain is more common than people think.
Middle Back Pain Causes
The back needs to be in a neutral position to maintain proper posture. The infamous slouch posture can cause extreme damage to the middle back. There can also be a misalignment of the rib where it attaches to the spine. This type of pain is so intense that it may cause chest pain as well as extreme back pain. This continuous middle back pain can lead to an increase in the mid-back curve.
Increased Mid-Back Curve
As the mid-back curve increases it leads to tight and painful muscles in that area. It can also lead to a reduction of movement in the rib cage, which limits the ability to take deep breaths. This causes fatigue due to decreased oxygen exchange levels. This insufficient air flow can cause anxiety and panic attacks. This increase in the mid-back curve can also put severe pressure on the front of the spine, which can lead to a fracture if the person has weak bones.
Ways to Treat Mid-Back Curve and Pain
So, now that you know the causes and consequences of mid-back pain, what can be done about it?
- Ergonomics – The position that you are in for the majority of the day needs to be ergonomically correct. Ensure that your posture is supported in the work that you do.
- Stretch – Take the time to stretch and strengthen the back to provide posture-improving positioning.
- Deep Breathing Exercises – These exercises can strengthen the connections between the rib cage and the spine and improve the ability to breathe deeply.
- Chiropractic Care – The back can be adjusted to put the spine back in realignment.
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic treatment by an experienced chiropractor is a great type of care for mid-back pain and can be extremely important if you have a job that keeps your posture in a non-neutral position. By obtaining chiropractic care regularly, you can ensure that the back is in proper alignment and that the muscles are relaxed around the mid-back region. The team at the Chiropractic Health Center of Bristol is available for your chiropractic needs. Dr. David Spitz is ready to set you up with a treatment plan that can help in adjusting your spine and working on posture improving exercises. His practice is centered around healing the entire patient and not just focusing on the back pain. There are also topical anesthetics that are natural that can be used to help with pain and inflammation, one is called CryoDerm. This product is used with natural ingredients that will not interact with any other prescription medications.
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Dr David M. Spitz is the founder and clinic director of the Chiropractic Health Center of Bristol, located in Bristol, CT. Since 1982, he has treated thousands of patients for various conditions ranging from neck and back pain, to migraine headaches. He specializes in treating patients who have suffered whiplash injuries and/or back injuries in a motor vehicle accident.
Dr Spitz was a volunteer EMT-I and a lieutenant for several years at the Burlington Volunteer Fire Department. He has lectured throughout CT on various topics including, chiropractic, stress management, headaches and preventing back injury in the workplace.
