Leading Upper Back Pain Chiropractor

Common Causes of Upper Back Pain

There are a variety of causes of upper back pain because the upper back is used for many activities. More obvious reasons are car accidents or sports injuries. Sometimes it’s harder to identify upper back pain causes. 

Our Health From Within upper back pain chiropractor has expertise with this type of pain and it can be derived from these root causes:

• Herniated discs

• Whiplash

• Scoliosis

• Muscle strain

• Compression fractures

One actual benefit that makes a huge impact is identifying those little, persistent daily motions. An unhealthy posture at your computer is an example. Because employees and students use a computer for several hours each day, reducing the probability of an upper back issue, diminishing pain, and increasing your quality of life can be fixed by finding more natural ways to move and sit.

Symptoms of Upper Back Pain

Here at Health From Within, our chiropractor sees patients with varying symptoms of upper back pain which has many symptoms. More common symptoms range from stiffness, soreness, sharp pain, and pain that radiates from the upper back to other parts of the body. Sometimes our patients can develop nerve issues and feel “pins and needles”, numbness or their back may become weak. Just like the importance of the upper back, how it functions is equally as important.

The onset of upper back pain can start gradually or come on and occur suddenly. Pain can also sometimes be delayed. Most commonly, after an accident, stress hormones can make the pain less noticeable. These are some of Health From Within patients' interpretations of upper back pain:

Stiffness

Limited movement, in our experience at Health From Within, is the result of trying to avoid pain. Because of this, patients will quickly progress stiffness in their upper back. This stiffness doesn’t hinder upper back function since it is not the most mobile region of the back. However, lifting or rotating the arms can become challenging.

Soreness

While a natural result of a long day at work or an intense workout over the weekend may cause soreness, this pain is usually felt as an ache or throbbing in the middle back, shoulder, or neck.

Sharp Pain

Back pain is generally considered by most people to be a sharp pain. Upper back pain is usually limited to one area. This pain is described by patients as crushing, burning, or stabbing pain.

Moving Pain

A sensation carried by nerves results in upper back pain traveling through various locations like the lower areas of your body, stomach, and arms. This moving pain can be felt in various forms including aching, stabbing, or feeling like electrical shock and it typically occurs on one side of the body.

Nerve Involvement

As your nerves become more affected, this upper back pain can begin to feel like “pins-and-needles” and travel from your lower body parts, chest, or arms. As this pain progresses, everyday tasks like throwing items or lifting medium or heavier weight objects may become more difficult to perform. Plus, you may also have trouble resting and sleeping.

Warning Signs You Should See a Chiropractor for Upper Back Pain

There are several signs that may lead you to search for an “upper back pain chiropractor near me” or call us at Health From Within, the main reason is when upper back pain becomes more serious. As soon as your pain impedes your everyday activities like sleeping and becomes so agonizing, that is when you need to seek medical attention. This is also the case for pain that has lingered for several days.

Our patients should come in to see us at Health From Within after falls or car accidents. Going without treatment after traumatic accidents creates unhealthy compensatory patterns of movement which only compound the injury itself. Seeking a chiropractor from Health From Within will help to prevent further damage and treat injuries that caused upper back pain.

Injuries are not always clear. Most people do not know that swollen areas or reddened skin on the upper back are typical signs of damage. The extra blood that rushes to the site of injury helps send oxygen, healing nutrients, and other healing biochemicals. You should see our chiropractor for an upper back pain consultation when the area is swollen, painful, and red for many days.

When your foot “falls asleep,” you may experience an innocent problem or sensation of “pins-and-needles.” However, this is a sign of nerve dysfunction if it is accompanied by upper back pain. Furthermore, even if it is not accompanied by weakness, this needs to be treated as soon as possible.

Another red flag that indicates a more substantial issue is pain in the face, neck, or surrounding areas. Headaches, facial pain, and weakened arms are other warning signs that our patients have reported here at Health From Within.

Eliminate Upper Back Pain With Chiropractic Help

Our first goal at Health From Within is to alleviate our patients' pain when they first see us for upper back pain. Feeling pain makes everyday life more stressful and it becomes more difficult to move, no matter if the pain occurs in the ligaments, muscles, or bones. By addressing our first goal and getting rid of the pain that limits movement, you can engage in those daily activities that are good for the body, like walking and exercising.

Our second closely related goal using chiropractic medicine is to restore function. The upper back doesn’t serve a major role in the movement of the hips or elbows but it does have several functions related to maintaining good posture for normal organ function and breathing. Plus, it helps in the free movement of your arms.

Treatment For Upper Back Pain

No matter if you got recommendations from your friends or searched the internet for a “chiropractor for upper back pain near me,” here at Health From Within, our patients are ready to feel better. Getting rid of back pain and building better health is what you get with our wide variety of treatments.

Chiropractic Adjustments

Therapies that involve using hands-on therapy and manipulating the body in different ways are called chiropractic adjustments. Here at Health From Within, we perform two types of adjustments including diversified adjustments and biophysics. The diversified modality brings the spine back into a healthier alignment by quickly thrusting the facet joints in the spine. Biophysics-based techniques improve your posture by realigning the spine.

The overall goal is optimal spinal alignment, no matter which type of adjustment is implemented. Keeping the spine healthy preserves the function of your body’s nerves, brain, and spinal cord therefore protecting the spine is vital. If your neurological system is functioning properly, your body can then recognize pain accurately and will work to heal upper back damage.

Massage

Increasing blood flow to the upper back through chiropractic massage further boosts healing. It also helps send additional oxygen and nutrients to the upper back. Plus, it can also help provide soothing pain relief and relax tense muscles.

Customized Lifestyle Enhancement Program

Our patients at Health From Within build healthier bodies through individualized nutrient-dense eating plans and customized movement. This process helps strengthen the body and reduce the risk of future injuries. Plus, it may also reduce stress on the upper back by helping you maintain or reach a healthier body weight.

Upper Back Pain Solutions for You

In its early stages, upper back pain can be quickly ignored. However, Health From Within’s upper back chiropractor says that putting off treatment can lead to additional injury and pain. Give us a call today for your best chance of alleviating upper back pain.