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  • Sports Medicine: Golf and Low Back Pain

    Sports Medicine: Golf and Low Back Pain

    Golf is a favorite sport and pastime among many. However, the torque and force applied across the lower back pain creates a significant risk for developing or worsening lower back pain. People who suffer from chronic or recurrent episodes of low back pain can be frustrated because the pain hinders their ability to play golf.

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  • Understanding the Causes of Upper Back and Chest Pain

    Understanding the Causes of Upper Back and Chest Pain

    Upper back pain and chest pain occurring together can be especially concerning because vital organs, such as the heart, may potentially be involved. An understanding of the symptoms, underlying mechanisms, and causes of this type of pain can help differentiate between a commonly occurring condition and a medical emergency.

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  • What Are the Causes of Upper Back and Chest Pain?

    What Are the Causes of Upper Back and Chest Pain?

    When upper back and chest pain occur together, the symptoms can vary widely depending on the cause or severity. Some people may experience mild discomfort or tightness while others may have sharp or intense pain. This pain may be one-sided (left or right) or on both sides. Below are potential causes of upper back and chest pain appearing at the same time.

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  • Thoracic Spinal Nerves

    Thoracic Spinal Nerves

    The thoracic spine has 12 nerve roots (T1 to T12) on each side of the spine that branch from the spinal cord and control motor and sensory signals mostly for the upper back, chest, and abdomen. Each thoracic spinal nerve is named for the vertebra above it. For example, the T3 nerve root runs between the T3 vertebra and the T4 vertebra. There are 12 thoracic spinal nerve root pairs (two at each thoracic vertebral level), starting at vertebral level T1-T2 and going down to T12-L1.

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  • Anatomy Of The Thoracic Vertebrae And The Rib Cage

    Anatomy Of The Thoracic Vertebrae And The Rib Cage

    The thoracic spine is comprised of 12 vertebrae labeled T1 through T12. The top thoracic vertebra, T1, connects with C7 in the cervical spine above while the bottom thoracic vertebra, T12, connects with L1 in the lumbar spine below. In addition to being connected to adjacent vertebrae, the thoracic vertebrae are also connected to ribs.

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  • Anatomy Of The Thoracic Spine And Pain In The Upper Back

    Anatomy Of The Thoracic Spine And Pain In The Upper Back

    The thoracic spine is the longest region of the spine, and by some measures, it is also the most complex. Connecting with the cervical spine above and the lumbar spine below, the thoracic spine runs from the base of the neck down to the abdomen. It is the only spinal region attached to the rib cage.

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  • Anatomy Of The Thoracic Discs

    Anatomy Of The Thoracic Discs

    There are 24 intervertebral discs in the spine. Of those, 12 are located in the thoracic spine. Each thoracic disc sits between two vertebrae to provide cushioning and shock absorption while preventing the vertebrae from grinding against each other. Thoracic discs tend to be thinner than cervical discs and lumbar discs, which may contribute to the thoracic spine’s relative lack of mobility compared to the neck and lower back. Another distinguishing feature of the thoracic discs is that all but the bottom two interface with ribs.

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  • Treating Muscle Tear in The Rib Cage (Intercostal Muscle Strain)

    Treating Muscle Tear in The Rib Cage (Intercostal Muscle Strain)

    Intercostal muscle strain can be a painful experience, but there are various treatment options available to alleviate discomfort and promote healing. Treatment Options for Intercostal Muscle Strain - While muscles are healing, it can be helpful to alleviate upper back pain and other symptoms using: Cold And Heat Therapy - For the first 48 hours of pain, icing the affected area with an ice pack or cold pack is recommended to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.

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  • Muscle Tear in The Rib Cage (Intercostal Muscle Strain) Symptoms and Diagnosis

    Muscle Tear in The Rib Cage (Intercostal Muscle Strain) Symptoms and Diagnosis

    The symptoms of intercostal muscle strain vary and range from debilitating pain to functional limitations in the upper back area.
    Symptoms of Intercostal Muscle Strain - The symptoms of intercostal muscle strain may vary slightly, depending on how the injury occurred, and may include: Sudden, severe upper back/rib pain. Upper back pain or pain in the rib cage may be significant and come on suddenly...

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  • Muscle Tear in The Rib Cage (Intercostal Muscle Strain) Causing Upper Back Pain & Its Causes

    Muscle Tear in The Rib Cage (Intercostal Muscle Strain) Causing Upper Back Pain & Its Causes

    An intercostal muscle strain refers to a muscle injury between two or more ribs. The intercostal muscles, commonly referred to as the intercostals, connect the ribs and help make up the chest wall. When these muscles overstretch or tear, they can cause significant pain in the mid and upper back.

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