An achy or throbbing pain may be felt in part of the upper back, and it could potentially spread into a nearby area, such as the neck, shoulder, or lower in the back. Stiffness. If either sharp pain …

On a similar note, it is also possible for a herniated disc in your upper back to herniate, or at the cervico-thoracic junction (C7-T1 motion segment), and cause pain near the shoulder blade. …

Throbbing, aching pain or sharp, electric-like pain that typically starts where the back of your head meets your neck. Pain that radiates to one side of your head, down your neck and/or back. …

Many other causes of upper back and chest pain exist. Visit a doctor for any unexplained chest pain that persists or recurs. Seek immediate medical attention if upper back and chest pain are …

Few studies have been done to track the frequency of upper back pain. A French study of workers across various professions found about 9% of men and 17% of women reported at least some …

When upper left back pain persists for a couple weeks, it’s important to visit a doctor in order to get an accurate diagnosis and pain relief. If upper back left pain is ever accompanied by …

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 …

Sciatica symptoms include mild to severe pain, numbness, altered sensation, and weakness in the lower back, thigh, leg, and foot on one side. Sciatica pain in the buttock can occur in …

When upper back or shoulder pain is accompanied by numbness in the arm, it can stem from a problem in the neck or shoulder that inflames a nerve going down the arm. Some people may …

Neuropathic Pain. Neuropathy, or neuropathic pain, refers to a type of pain or weakness that originates in damaged nerves. Causes of such nerve damage may include injury, trauma, …