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Suggest A Remedy For Pain In The Upper Back

I have been having pain in my upper back, usually in the middle between the two wings or sometimes on the right side of the wing or on the left side near the wing. It can cause great discomfort and I find that I need to sit down in order to rest my back. I get some relief when I do this. I have been experiencing this for the past 3 months. What type of medical attention should I seek?
Tue, 9 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain in the upper back. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like trapezius muscle problem , wrong working posture , lifting of heavy objects in wrong way or injury. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses to upper back , avoid lifting heavy objects , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon if condition doesn't get well . Doctor will take history , order CT scan . Doctor may recommend physical therapy , light stretching exercises or prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest A Remedy For Pain In The Upper Back

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain in the upper back. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like trapezius muscle problem , wrong working posture , lifting of heavy objects in wrong way or injury. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses to upper back , avoid lifting heavy objects , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon if condition doesn t get well . Doctor will take history , order CT scan . Doctor may recommend physical therapy , light stretching exercises or prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari