What is thoracic back pain?
Thoracic back pain is pain that occurs in the thoracic spine. The thoracic spine is located at the back of the chest (the thorax), mostly between the shoulder blades. It extends from the bottom of the neck to the start of the lumbar spine, roughly at the level of the waist.
What are the causes of thoracic back pain?
The most common cause of thoracic back pain is inflammation of the muscles or soft tissues of the thoracic spine. This inflammation can occur for a number of reasons including a sudden sprain or strain (as in car accidents or sports injuries), sitting or standing in a slouched position over time, using a backpack, sitting for a long time in front of a computer.
