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I am trying to find a solution to upper back pain in pregnancy? K i have been having upper back pain lately, I am trying to keep my posture correct. However, i dont have any tylenol or ibuprofen. i have tried reading up on upper back pain in pregnancy and all im getting is lower back pain solutions. Has anyone ever experienced this or knows of how i can stretch my back safely without hurting the baby?

What could be causing my upper back pain? For a little over a week I have been getting upper back pain along my spine in between my shoulders, and below my neck. Its gotten increasingly worse and made my muscles tense up. Sometimes it radiates into my neck or makes my arm get weak and numb. Ive also been getting headaches which make me extremely nauseous. For the past month or so I've lost a lot of weight without trying and haven't been able to eat much because it makes me nauseous. Could the two problems be related?

What is usually the cause of very painful upper back pain? The pain I experience is usually located below my neck and in my upper back. It feels like someone with extremely icy hands is pinching on my spine.

How can I get relief for upper back muscle pain? It started a few months back, and hasn't really got any better. I've never had an injury before so not sure how to handle it. I get sharp and shooting upper back pain that feels like it is coming from a muscle.

I'm 22 and have been having upper back and chest pain for the last 3 days. Sometimes dull, others stabbing. ? For the last 3 days I have been experiencing chest pain and upper back pain. At times it also has been radiating under my arms. Part of the time it is very dull, and others it is stabbing. And then there are times where I have not pain at all. I'm 22. I have had a cold recently. A little cough, but that has gotten better over the last few days. Any suggestions or answers would be greatly appreciated.

Can someone help me with my upper back pain? I slipped and fell a week ago and my upper back, into my neck and shoulders has been severly hurting. It doesn't hurt during certain times such as moving, lifting things, etc. It just constantly hurt very bad. I've had x-rays and the doctor said they looked fine, I've been taking pain killers, muscle relaxers, and icing my back and they don't even touch the pain. Is it really possible that there is nothing wrong and it is just my muscles/tendons? Someone please help and/or give some advice, the pain is unbearable.

Why does my exercise bike cause upper back pain? I've recently started using a stationary upright exercise bike, and noticed a very bad upper back pain - its constant, but worse when I am using the bike. I have tried many different postures, and heights for the seat but nothing is helping. Why is this happening?

What could my upper back pain be from? I have had upper back pain for over a year now. I have slight scoliosis but I don't think it would be causing me this much pain for so long. I feel like I can't even sit or stand correctly. I have been to the doctor for this and I was told to go get an mri but my parents do not take me seriously and will not take me. Asprin and Aleve only slighty ease the pain for a few hours. What could this pain be from?

Can cancer of the breast cause upper back pain? Can cancer of the breast cause upper back pain? I have upper back pain and discomfort on the center of my chest, that cover a little of the right area of my breast. I haven't been diagnosed with cancer.

Can indigestion cause upper back pain and swelling? Every so often my upper back swells and I get pain. But it seems to go away for awhile after I belch a number of times or take an an antacid. Is this discomfort caused by indigestion?

Why do I have middle to upper back pain every morning? For the past few weeks every morning around 7am I wake up with extreme middle to upper back pain. It goes away once I get up and move around. I recently started going to the chiropractor and it seems to be getting worse. I'm a pretty active person; I work out 5 days a week; 3 days cardio, 2 days weight lifting. I invested in a new pillow which isn't helping. My mattress is pretty old... Looking for some advice! Thanks.

6 times in the last 3 months, I have experienced middle to upper back pain or pressure - I suspect gas? Usually the middle to upper back pain or pressure - frenzy, sweating, shock happens approx 30 to 60 minutes after eating a salad or maybe cucumber. My doctor is looking in to liver enzymes and gallstones. I think it is a gas trap pushed against my back nerves. Any ideas what it might be?

How do I treat upper back pain? I am having upper back pain that whenever I strain it either by working out or by throwing hard (I'm a baseball player), it gets extremely tight and it becomes hard to breathe for some reason. Are these back spasms? And how should I treat the pain? My back feels tight all the time but whenever I twist too hard is when I can't breathe and it gets extremely tight.

what the most common causes of upper back pain? i heard that anxiety can cause pain in upper and lower back is true ? upper pain does not always mean or point to pancreatic cancer does it?! Thanks Mike--

Is it true you can get upper back pain if the back is exposed to air when sweating after excercising? Its just that i have a upper back pain at the moment, i mean i can walk, dont have breathing difficulties or anything but can it be because of the sweat being exposed to air after working out, im sure i just layed down on the bed when my back was sweating after a work out and next morning i got a lingering pain at my upper back, is this normal?

Upper back pain when I take break from bikram yoga? I have been doing bikram yoga fairly regularly for over 1 year. I go about twice a week. I have been busy and it has been unseasonably nice outside so I haven't been to bikram for 1 week. My next and upper back (between the upper part of the shoulder blades) is really bothering me. I had no back pain before starting bikram. Has anyone experienced this before?

What could be causing a cough and upper back pain? I had a pretty bad cold for a couple weeks. The other symptoms cleared up, but the cough is getting worse instead of better. I've also started getting sharp pains around my upper back, especially when I start coughing, and usually on the right side. My sister is a nursing student. She said she heard crackling in one lung and some wheezing in the other. Any ideas on what it could be?

Shoulder imingement and now upper back pain? I have impingement and tendenitis in my right shoulder and in alot of pain. I have had 2 rounds PT, 3 cortisone shots, 1 round oral steriods, and been taking naproxen for three months now. Absolutely no relief. Now upper back has starting hurting really bad. The pain has become really unbearable in shoulder and back. Any ideas on how to control pain? I've tried ice, heat. I've tried it all. Also, why would my back now hurt?

How to deal with Upper back pain? I am strong, work lifting heavy patients. My Right side of upper back has a large knot, at T4-T6, swelling and restricting my movement, pain in right upper back, going up into my armpit and accross my chest. pain is severe.What musles could be involved?

Is it normal for my shoulders to hurt and to have slight upper back pain after sitting for a long time? At work I am usually sitting in my cubicle for 9 hours a day in front of a computer. Lately, I've been getting stiffness in my neck, shoulder pain as well as other upper back ailments. Is this normal?

i am experiencing sharp upper back pain when i breathe in. any suggestions? i got hit in hockey about a week ago, and when i turn or bend the wrong way i experience a sharp, intense pain in my upper left back. It also hurts alot when i take a deep breath in? Anybody know what happened? And are there any quick remedies?

How can I ease upper back pain during pregnancy? I am 30 weeks pregO today with my first angel. I am enjoying everything about my pregnancy except of course the weight gain and now I have terrible back pain. Not lower so much but upper between my shoulder blades and I cant take it!! I have a job in a call center (CCCS) and its very depressing listening to everyones problems when you're pregnant and this back pain does not help!! please help me!! Will walking help, swimming? what can I do????

what do you recommend for upper back pain? my mom has been having bad upper back pain and she thinks its from a bad night's sleep and stress.at the moment she is trying a thermacare heatwrap but its not working for her. any suggestions please help you can tell on her face that she is in pain.

What can this upper back pain be? I've had an upper back pain on the right for over a year now. The doctor said it was probably an irritated muscle. I just got over a cough recently, but the left side is beginning to hurt just mildly. Should I be worried?

Why do I wake up with upper back pain? It feels like a pulling pain (spasm) in my upper back muscles. I am just getting over a slipped disc in my lower back L5. Will the pain ease and when? I am seeing an osteopath.

Why do I get upper back pain and it also hurt my stomach when I'm pregnat? This is my second time i get a pain like it. my upper back hurts and within the same pain my stomach hurts as well some times it makes me breath faster. It feels like its a pain from my upper back that goes through my body to my stomach like a sword. And when I move it hurts sooo much! or does it has to do something with my pregnacy?

mid to upper back pain when I am running? After running the 400, I get very sharp painfull mid to upper back pain, and I think it is a slipped disk, and My tendens in my legs also really hurt the day after, but i am getting stretch marks on my back, because I am growing so fast. I am not out of shape, because I asked my doctor.

Suggestions for dealing with upper back pain? I have a terrible pain in my upper back since yesterday. It feels like I strained a muscle. I didn't do anything strenuous. It just came on me all of a sudden. I can't lie comfortably and when I laugh it hurts. Any suggestions what this might be? I got sunburn on my face yesterday as well but don't know if that has anything to do with it.

What can I do for upper back pain associated with sports bra? I have not exercised in a while and decided to the other day. I went on the elliptical for 20 minutes. The next day and 2nd day after that I have pain in my shoulder blade/upper back muscles. My chest is large (34dd) and I tried making my sports bra loose this AM but I am so sore. Does anyone know what exercises I can do to strengthen my upper back and shoulders to avoid this problem in the future. Or does anyone know a healthy sports bra for me to buy?

do you get upper back pain when having a contraction? my stomach hurts and so does my upper back. i am not sure if this is a contraction or my baby stretching. i am 35 weeks pregnant. can this be a contraction? is it normal to get upper back pain when in labor or when having a contraction?

I have a Tempur-pedic type bed, but every morning I wake up with upper back pain! What can I do? I have a bed that is not the Tempur-pedic brand, but it's made of the same material. Every morning I wake up with upper-back pain due to lack of support. Should I get a better bed? What brand would you recommend? A sleep-number? Yes, my pillow is rather flat.

Right upper back pain and a headache? I have the worst pain in my upper right back area, close to my shoulder blade. It feels like I have to crack my back. I can't even take a deep breath it hurts so bad. I also have a headache, I am not sure that the two are related as I had the headache yesterday before the back pain. Any ideas if the two could be related and also how to get rid of this pain, it's terrible. I've had it before, in the same place, could it be something that I have to have looked at?

Upper Back Pain near armpit and shoulder blade? Last night, I don't remember doing anything specific to agitate my back however I felt an uncomfortable pain near the upper part of my back towards my armpit and has now began to hurt near my shoulder blade and is progressively spreading throughout the rest of my back. It is a tightness and achy feeling with no spasms or burning. If my move around especially my right arm them it hurts more. Any insight on what it might be?

Upper back pain, need to buy a new computer chair - any suggestions? My current computer chair is crap and I have to buy a new one. My problem is that I slouch forward when I sit, causing upper back pain. Can anyone tell me what the best type of chair is? I'm thinking of either leather or Mesh/Aeron. Would a built in head pillow be beneficial? Thanks.

What to do about upper back pain? I woke up in the middle of the night with terrible upper back pain. That was 5 days ago and the pain seems to be intensifying. Last evening I had a massage which provided temporary relief but today the pain is much worse. Should I see a doctor or a chiropractor? Also, what can I do in the meantime to help alleviate the pain?

How can I alleviate upper back pain that runs across my shoulders and up into my neck? I am sure it is tension related, and it's been going on for days. I have tons of homework to complete before Monday - I don't really have a comfortable place to sit and I don't like sitting in my bed to do homework. Is it possible to alleviate the shoulder/back pain I'm having - even if it's only for a couple of hours it would be so wonderful. I have some naproxen, but that stuff doesn't really do much for me. Thanks for your help.

Did anyone have severe upper back pain during pregnancy? I am having a lot of pain in my shoulders, neck and upper back. Also My breasts feel really heavy when I lay on my back. Normal? Anybody else??

What is the physiology behind upper back pain from sitting behind a desk for long periods of time? What is happening to the upper back when this happens? And why does stretching sometimes make it worse?

I get upper back pain when i jump in my trampoline? I RECENTLY GOT A TRAMPOLINE ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO I WOULD JUMP ON IT LIKE ALL AFTERNOON, BUT KNOW I GET UPPER BACK PAIN. I THINK ITS LIKE A MUSCLE RIGHT THERE OR SOMETHING, BECAUSE EVERY TIME I JUMP IT HURTS MY UPPER BACK, WHY?

is there any treatment for upper back pain in pregnancy? Im 38 weeks pregnant and the last two weeks ive had horrific back pain in my upper shoulder blade. Its so bad i cant sleep and its there all day every day. Does anyone know of any treatment such as massage or other that could help. Its so bad i just want to cry

How can I get rid of neck and upper back pain? I'm 16 years old and this year I have neck and back pain almost every day after school. I think it's my posture, I try to stand up straight but it's hard for me. I'm usually slouched over in my desk too. Usually I take advil, but I'm wondering if it's normal for me to have neck pain at my age. And how can I stop getting it? Thank you!

What treatment is available for upper back pain? Other than getting a doctor to give you pain pills. My mother must have strained her back somehow and I am wondering where can I take her other than a regular MD or Chiropractor?

How do I fix upper back pain when I run? When I run for about 10 or so minutes my upper back (in between my shoulder blades) begin to hurt. After when i stopped running and i breath deeply it begins to hurt also. How do i fix this?

How can i treat my upper back pain after deadlifts? I know its a lower back exercise mostly but It seems like i may have stretched or pulled a muscle in the upper left portion of my back. What can i do? Heat, Ice, stretch....?

Is it true you can get upper back pain if the back is exposed air when sweating after excercising? Its just that i have a upper back pain at the moment, i mean i can walk, dont have breathing difficulties or anything but can it be because of the sweat being exposed to air after working out, im sure i just layed down on the bed when my back was sweating after a work out and next morning i got a lingering pain at my upper back, is this normal?

Can upper back pain and chest pain/muscle pain come from coughing too much and for too long? I started with a cold/cough about a month ago. About 2 weeks ago, the cough was still going and my chest wall and muscles were hurting pretty bad. I went to a doc who told me it was just from all of the coughing. Since then, the cough is still here, and now in addition my upper back is hurting a lot when I cough. Should I go back to the doc?

How can I get rid of my neck/upper back pain? I have had this for the past 4 days and it effects the left side of my neck and upper back. I can't put my chin to my chest and it makes my left chest muscles twitch and tingle painfully when I point my chin upward. What is it? I know I've been under some stress, but really, how much does that have to do with it? Should I see a doctor?

What can you do to treat upper back pain? A few days ago my upper back started hurting when i was holding my cousin. It continued to hurt the next day but eventually started to feel better. Then when I was helping my dad with things outside, i was bending down a lot and now it's hurting again. Anyone know what this is or how i can treat it?

Anyone else have upper back pain early on in pregnancy? I am only 5 weeks pregnant but my upper back has been killing me for the last two days. With my first pregnancy, I didn't have any pain until the end when I was huge. With this one, my back just hurts. Anyone else experience this? Do you know what it is from? I will ask the doc but I don't see her until Apr 30th. Momma to a 7 month old and 5 weeks pregnant with number 2 Thanks Ladies!

Good Pilates dvd for the relief of chronic lower and upper back pain? I've suffered with back pain for six months now, and after having numerous physiotherapy treatments, I've now been referred to podiartry. I've heard Pilates can help people in my position and just wondered if anyone knew of a good pilates dvd to tackle back pain. If anyone has tried and tested any Pilates dvd please let me know, I'm desperate for some relief! Thanks.

What could be the cause of my upper and middle back pain/soreness? For years I have had this soreness/stinging in my upper back. It is on both sides below my shoulder blades and on my spine. It feels like burning, stinging pain. It does get worse the more I do certain tasks like gardening or repitive motions. I have been to the doctor and he puts me on anti imflammatory meds. They help for a while but it always comes back. Any ideas?

What test should I get for upper back pain? I have discomfort on my upper back...2 inches to the right of the spine. I told my doctor that I would occasionally get tingling sensation on the right arm and I requested MRI. She ordered an MRI that scan specifically the cervical spine (neck) and not the thoracic spine, when clearly the discomfort is on the upper back..not the neck. Should I go ahead and do it or should I forget about it? what other tests should I consider to investigate this discomfort?

Where can I find information on upper back pain? SHARP PAIN IN THE UPPER PART OF MY BACK JUST BELOW MY NECK I HAVE VISITED A NEUROLOGIST AND HE CAN SEEM TO FIND WHAT IS WRONG, A FRIEND TOLD ME SOMETIMES THE LACK OF POTASIUM IN YOUR BODY CAN CAUSE SIMILAR SYMPTOMS, HOW MUCH OF THIS SHOULD I BELIVE?

How can you relieve upper back pain? I'm a teenager and since about June or July my upper back but only on the right side have been aching. Lately it has started to be more disturbing and i find myself stretching all day at school because i sit for so long. It kinda feels like i REALLY need to crack my back but i just can't.

i have upper back pain and im 16 should i see my doctor? im just after turning 16 and i have upper back pain its like under my right shoulder blade.i don't know if its caused from my breasts as i am a 34 D.its been hurting for about 5 or 6 months now.at first i thought it would go away its self but it didn't.should i go to my doctor?

Mothers do you have Horrible upper back pain? Well I have a budging disc in my lower back and spinal stenosis, I am 29 and I have a 6 month old baby. Ever since she got heavier (20 lbs now) my upper back is horrible, I get knots in it, I can hardly move in the morning. What can I do to relieve this pain? I went to an ortho surgeon 4 years ago, and the option for my disc was surgery or let it go, and that pain got better. It hurts so bad sometimes it radiates to my chest

Upper Back pain that does not feel right? 2 days ago I started having upper back pain and only hurts when I walk. And it is quite painful. I have a chiro I will be seeing tomorrow but I am worried because I have never experienced this kind of pain or in this area. I have been going to the chiro for 4 year for my neck and hips. Anyone have any suggestions what could have cause this and why is it only hurting when I walk?

What is causeing upper back pain? I have upper right back pain in between spine and shoulder blade. has anyone had this and if so what did you find out was causeing it?

What can I do about a lower back and upper thigh pain? My lower left back has been hurting for a while but noting severe. Ever since yesterday i've been struggling to walk. Then my upper left thigh started to hurt to the point where it hurts to take a step or even bend my leg. I look like a girl when i walk and I have school tomorrow, what can i do to releive this pain?

Pain in upper right abdomen, radiates exactly opposite to my back, what could it be? I'm 28 weeks pregnant, and have dull achy pain on the right upper abdomen. I pushed down on that area because I thought it might be the foot of my baby, but it doesn't seem to be. Anyway, it's constant pain, which just started, and when pressure is applied, a sharp pain radiates directly opposite to my back. Any ideas, as to what it is? Thanks I already asked this in the pregnancy section, but I also thought someone might know something in this section as well.

i have upper abdominal pain with both kidney and lower back pain.can anyone tell me about my disease? from 15 days i have upper abdominal pain but sometime lower abdominal pain,and also lower back pain,what should i do? i have been tested my urine but all it is clear.

Medication for pain in upper right side of the back ? I have pain in my upper right side of the back (Shoulder). I am not able to turn my neck properly. While taking deep breath, I feel the pain. Can anybody tell me the medication or exercise to get out from this pain ?

what causes upper stomach pain and lower back pain during pregnancys? My mom is having upper stomach pains and pains in her back. she is 37 weeks pregnant , and i really would like to know the answer to this question. We have been searching online and couldnt find the answer to this question ! please help? thanks [:

Alternatives to Chiropratic for chronic upper back and neck pain? I've had upper back (shoulder) pain for a few years now (I'm 25) - and recently developed neck pain. Going to the chiropractor does hlpe alleviate the pain, but it does not go away completely. And I'm worried the more I go to the choripractor, the more I will need it. I've tried sports therapy, osteopathy, acupuncture, chinese medicine ball, nothing has worked as good as chiropractic, but I would like an alternative.

What can cause pain in upper back,right shoulder,under right breast,center of chest? I had all these symptoms,had an ultrasound to check for gallstones, came back fine but showed fat in liver, but dr. said this would not cause the pains? Now last 2 days, pain is on my upper left side by ribs. any ideas what this could be? AT times I also feel bloated.

Anyone have a clue to my back and upper abdominal pain? okay so a few days ago i posted a question about what could be causing my upper abdominal pain and thankx to everyone who answered. but i do have another question? is there anyways that something wrong in your stomach can cause back pain? and again if you have any ideas on my stomach pain you can throw that in?? any at all! -sam

Pain in low back and upper thigh before period? Hey guys, Im 22 years old and recently my periods have been very painful and all over the place. They are 35 days apart or more ... I get period pain 3/4 days before my actual period ...low back pain before it and upper thigh pain as well as ovulation pain.I'm awaiting a scan at the moment but anyone else been through this and what can it be?

Excessive masturbation causes upper middle back pain - why is that? And is it normal? I'm 22/M. I've noticed that whenever I masturbate too much, I get this upper middle back pain and discomfort. The pain isn't that bad, but it gets really bad when I masturbate more. Is what I'm experiencing normal? Why does masturbation cause this pain?

What is causing the upper back and left chest pain I have been having? I am only 14 years old, but recently I have been having shooting and throbbing pain in my upper back, in my chest, and on the upper left part of my body. I know that it isn't a heart attack or anything like that but I need some reassurance, and whether I should see a doctor immediately. no I haven't been doing anything really out of the usual as far as exercise goes. Also it just happens at different times of the day. It seems as though it comes and goes on its own

What can i do to alleviate the sharp (burning) pain in my upper back? Every time i look down or tilt my head down (chin to chest) i get this very sharp pain in the upper part of my back (between the shoulders). I'm a video editor so i sit in a chair all day and when i get home i also sit in a chair all through out the night (graphic design). I need to know what causes these pains. How can i prevent it in the future. How to alleviate it. (medication, stretches or any other non-conventional method) Most importantly how to do it myself if possible. Thank You!

What should I do if I have unexplainable upper back and chest pain? For a week I've been having this horrible pain in my chest everytime I swallow. For 3 days the pain went to my back. So now I have both upper back and chest pain, everytime I swallow. I went to my doctor 3 times and to the Emergency Room once, but they have no solution. I tried Motrin, Mylanta, Advil, and Ibuprofen. Yet, no medicine works. Is there anything I can try or do to relieve this pain? I have not been able to eat or even drink a simple thing like water without pain.

I am suffering from shoulder/upper back/neck pain. How have other people over come this problem ? I am suffering from shoulder/upper back/neck pain. Basically bad frontal/head/neck posture. I am been seeing a chiropractor for 3 months and doing stretchers. Without much relief. I was wondering if there a better way. How have other people overcome this problem ?

My spine is causing pain in my upper back and neck? Lately, I've been having pain in my upper back and neck. My spine sticks out whenever I bend my neck of upper back slightly. It kind of make me throb in that area. It's been going for while and now it's getting worse. What's wrong? Is there anything I can do to help? Yes, I know I should see a doctor but that's just not possible right now. Is this a serious problem?

How much pain is an upper back tattoo? I'm getting my first tattoo of 'No Regrets' in fancy script on my upper back (between my shoulders) and it's relatively large. Just wondering how much pain will be involved in it. And if anyone has a tattoo pain chart I can look at for future tattoos. Please and Thank You! :)

I have pain in my upper back and numbness in my right arm can anybody help? I have pain in my upper back and my right arm goes numb when I am sitting down without anything supporting my back. Can anybody help me with this?

Upper middle back pain, seems to be on spin any suggestions? I have been having pain in my upper middle back for a few weeks now. I almost feels like it just needs to be popped but that never helps. If I lay down flat on my back the pain gets worse and if I raise my hands over my head that also makes it worse. Sometimes I will get pain into my neck and shoulders also. The mornings are always worse but it hurts all the time. Any Ideas?

Why am I having pain in the upper left quadrant of my back? I am having intense pain in the upper left quadrant of my back just below or under my shoulder blade. Can anyone say what this could indicate? I have no health insurance but will go to the ER if necessary.

Can Gerd cause upper back pain and muscle spasms? I went to the doc the other day complaing of upper back pain and spasms, and he told me it was Gerd (acid reflux). I've never heard of symptoms like that before. Anyone else ever experience symptoms of this nature with Gerd? I'm thinking about getting a second opinion. I have had reflux problems before but never with any muscle spasms.

Recently, I have been having upper back pain right by my right shoulder blade? Periodically, my upper back (right shoulder blade) has been having this cold, numb sensation. I have minor scoliosis, could this be a factor? I have not been to the doctor lately, and I do not know if my back has gotten worse. What are some ways I could prevent the feeling in my back? Please answer. :-(

How do I prevent upper back pain after running long distances? I run 4-5 miles a day, 3 days a week, and experience pain in my trapezius and rhomboid groups that lasts for a couple of days, and feels like the type of tense pain that one might feel while under a lot of pressure/stress. Is there any way to prevent/relieve this pain?

Can a tooth infection cause pain in the upper back? Or is it an upper back problem causing pain in my teeth and cheek?

What's the best thing to do for upper back pain? Ok,so i woke up this morning and i could barely get out of bed.After taking a hot shower my back(upper) felt a little better.Now,i'm at work and it fells like someone is digging into my back and everytime i try to stretch it gets worst.Has anyone tried Dones back meds?

could a pain in my upper back and left chest caused by my crying so hard and sadness? I was so sad and was crying so hard,and when i woke up my upper back somewhere in my left shoulder blade hurt so bad so as my left chest.i was vacuuming prior to that night.But the muscles there are not tender like the normal muscles aches. I have shortness of breath and i can't yawn completely because of the stabbing pain.Is this something serious or just gas?

I am 35 wks and 2 days pregnant and I'm having terrible UPPER back pain, any thoughts? This is not my first pregnancy and I don't ever remember anything like this before, so I'm unsure what to think. I am having a girl and she is breech right now. For the last 3 days I have been having terrible upper back pain. It's really strange. I am SO uncomfortable. Any thougths?

What position can I sleep in that will alleviate upper back pain the most? I think maybe on my back would be the best. Is there another position you've used or know about? Trying to rest my severely painful back before a 10hour day tomorrow of work. Thanks so much!

How can I releive upper back pain if I can't afford a masseus or find someone to massage me? I play lacrosse and I just had a 5 hour session yesterday and my back muscles, especially the oens in between my shoulder blades are in such a huge knot!!! I can't even raise my arms above my head! How can i releive it?

Severe upper back and neck pain that started last night? I work as a teller in a credit union and yesterday at work my middle upper back into my neck started hurting a little. It was just a dull steady pain. Although, when i woke up this morning the pain was horrible. It's like on my spine and in between my shoulder blades and runs into my neck. Simply moving my arms makes it hurt worse. Though I don't remember doing anything to it yesterday or hurting myself. Does anyone know what would cause it and if I should go see a doctor?

How can I relieve my upper back pain? I'm 26 weeks pregnant and the part of my back that hurts the most is up between my shoulder blades. I obviously can't do normal exercises, I haven't been able to stretch it out, and I have no one here to massage it out for me. Would doing wall push-ups help? Any other suggestions? If taking a bath would work, I wouldn't be asking. Sleeping with a hot pad would only work if I could sleep on my back--pregnant here, people. Wall push-ups are bad? Funny, they were recommended by a chiropractor for similar pain a few years ago. It's not bad enough to need injections or surgery, it's just uncomfortable and irritating. Thanks for a lot of useless answers.

How can I treat my upper back pain? I was stretching my arms (maybe too much) and I suddenly got a pain in the upper back (between the shoulder blades). It is quite painful when I try to take a deep breath, or carry something relatively heavy. What can I do about it? (Of course, if it persists, I'll see a doctor)

What causes upper leg pain with lower back and lower abdominal pain ? I have pain in my upper right leg. I also have crapping and pain in my lower abdomen, and lower back. Does anyone know what causes this? I exercise at least 3 times a week. What other things can cause this pain?? Is it serious health concern?

I have horrible back pain in my upper back, does it cound like a pinched nerve? I have been waking up with a stiff neck for the last week in horrible pain, it starts in my upper back and neck. I have trouble getting out of bed because of the pain and stiffness, i cant even turn my head from side to side, after i massage it and take a really hot shower it feels better , well enough to last for the day and then I go to bed and wake up in horrible pain again and go throught the same thing over. Someone help :(

What is causing the pain in my shoulders and upper back/neck area? ? Everytime I am at work my shoulders and upper back/neck area have pain and throbbing. I work in an office at a computer all day. I am trying to figure how to stop it and prevent it. Any suggestions?

pain in upper back behind left breast when I turn round to the left? I don't feel any pain when I turn round to the right, it feels like the pain is behind the shoulder-blade.

What exercise or stretch can I do for my upper back pain to get better ? I have a catch in the upper right side of my spine in the spot beside my shoulder blade. I think it came from picking up my son who is too big for me to pick up. what can I do to make it get better? I took some motrin and it helped some. Thankyou Vaughn. This picture was taken at christmas 2007. Keeping the weight down not drinking alcohol or smoking helps people look younger.

I have pain in my upper back the area where the bacl of the chest? I have pain in my upper back behind my chest..When I stand some it hurts..When I strecth my back bacwards I feel it more also kind of short breath..I don't know what to do?

Anyone else have upper back pain in pregnancy? I've noticed my upper back has kind of ached the past couple days. I wonder if it's because my belly has really popped this past week -- I actually look pregnant now! (I'm 26 weeks.) The extra weight is putting strain on my back maybe?

What could be reason for upper back pain localized to the right of center.? The pain is of one week duration and is chronic,debilitating and worrisome. I am a 71 year old active man in good health. I had been doing physical work last week such as shoveling dirt This is a new type of pain for mie.

Upper Back Pain when lifting and coughing? I have had severe pain ib my upper back and sort of upper chest interior pain when sneezing I hit the floor its so painfull and when lifting and couching it feels like im being punched not winded but a lot of pain those are the only situations that my back hurts me other than those 3 events which I do daily I am in good health Any Ideas what this is, all answers appreciated

What causes pain in upper back/left side after eating fatty foods? I had my gallbladder removed 5 years ago. Every time I eat fatty foods/ chocolate I get bad pains across my back and my left side. It is really unpleasant, what causes it?

Could upper back pain be associated with scoliosis? I have constant pain on my left side upper back. It seems to mostly be around my shoulder blade, almost under it. My neck also gets sore. My entire back can get pretty painful as well, but it's not constant. I find it diffacult to sit with my back straight without slouching for a long period, especially if I am not thinking about it. My left side of my body seems to be uneven with my right, like its lower. It's like my ribs and my hip are trying to touch. I have suspected that this could be scoliosis, but I would like other opinions to see if it is likly scoliosis or maybe something else. Also, if it makes any difference, I am a 22 yr old female and have had two children. I became pregnant 5 months after the birth of my first child, and I had a lot of pain during pregnancy. I have visited a chiropractor and taken pain medication but none of this seems to help for any long period of time. thanks a lot for any help you can give. Also wanted to add that this has been going on for at least one year, so I know it isn't just a pulled muscle or anything like that. The chiropractor wasnt able to determine anything for sure since I was pregnant when I went

Hi any back pain specialists out there. I have upper back pain which radiates around the sides? Hi everyone I have had upper muscular pain in back and around tyhe side on one side. The doc pressed my spine and on a couple of the bones it really hurt. He is sending me for physio I was just wondering why the pain was there and if anyone has an idea what this may mean for me??? thanks in advance

Upper Left Back Pain After Slouching In Chair? After being at the theater watching a movie.. I was slouching it was comfortable at the time but. At the end of the movie when getting up. I had a little bit of pain in my upper left back! Few hours later it has been hurting me really bad sharp pain taking my breathe away sometimes it was hurting that bad.. hurt when laying down could not get comfortable last night. Would be great with some answers on what you all think it could be. Thanks!

I have a pain in my back upper right portion? I have a pain in my back upper right portion, Have a little problem swallowing, I smell somethng when i swallow I don't know what it is.. Can anybody help me with this?

upper abdominal pain that reaches through to back-antacids help but this is scary? I had an emergency appendectomy 2 yrs ago so its not that. This is almost totally centered and radiates to my back. It gets quite severe and when I take 150mg of zantac-it helps.