Upper Back Pain Chiropractor Forest Lake

Posted on Jan 16, 2017


If you were able to see what’s under your skin, you’d notice your spine. It’s made up of 33 individual bones. They’re stacked one on top of the other in what’s called the spinal column. The spine (and these bones) provide the support your body needs to do everyday activities, like standing up, bending and twisting your body as needed. When you strain or injure a part of this structure, you’ll feel pain.

Most people visit a chiropractor for pain in their lower back, but some experience upper back pain. Did you know that the upper back, also known as the thoracic spine, contains a dozen spinal bones? There are also many muscles in this area as well as fascia. If you’re wondering what fascia is, it’s a layer of connective tissue surrounding your muscles so they can operate properly.

All sorts of things can cause a person to have upper back pain. Chronic bad posture is often a culprit, as is injury.

Remember the term fascia? There’s such a thing as myofascial pain syndrome. It involves pressure being put on “trigger points” in your muscles, and it typically happens when a person does repetitive motions and/or keeps their muscles tense and stressed out. A chiropractor can treat this problem by putting direct pressure on your trigger point(s) to help the body heal itself.

The majority of joints in the entire spine are found in your upper back. When these joints function normally, they’re in their correct position and can carry out the motions your brain intends them to do. However, when these joints aren’t functioning normally, a chiropractor can employ manual adjusting techniques to adjust them back into their proper place and positioning.

Most patients will lie face down on a bench at the chiropractor’s office. The chiropractor will apply pressure at certain points around the thoracic spine. On some occasions, the patient may lie on their side. It’s normal for a chiropractor to ask the patient to take a deep breath– and when they exhale the chiropractor goes to work on them.

Dr. Jason Gerard of Lakewoods Chiropractic in Forest Lake, MN, can help you manage your upper back pain. Please schedule an appointment by calling 651-464-0800.

 

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SALLY DETLEFSEN
SALLY DETLEFSEN
September 26, 2022.
I am amazed at how much better I feel since coming to Lakewoods. The doctors and staff are amazing.
Lukas Drayna
Lukas Drayna
September 21, 2022.
Great friendly staff. They focus on the target area’s to ensure your body is happy and healthy !
Michael F.
Michael F.
September 13, 2022.
Lakewoods Chiropractic is awesome. Friendly, welcoming, and professional Environment. They make you feel comfortable. Definitely recommend Lakewoods. I'm well on the road to recovery. Keep up the good work.
tone2403
tone2403
August 30, 2022.
Definitely recommend Lakewoods. When I went in I was in very rough shape. After a few weeks of adjustments I'm feeling better then ever. Great staff and very knowledgeable. They take the time to really make you understand the process.
Eric Russell
Eric Russell
August 25, 2022.
Jason and his staff are the best. Since my 1st visit, they always informed on your progress and had your health as #1 priority.
Angel L Colon Jr
Angel L Colon Jr
August 11, 2022.
Excellent service, friendly accommodating staff. Awesome family friendly services. Highly recommend!!!
Carrie Davis
Carrie Davis
August 3, 2022.
By far the best chiropractor I’ve ever used. They customize a plan just for you and don’t use a one size fits all approach. I wouldn’t recommend anyone else!! Thank you!!!
Justin W
Justin W
July 28, 2022.
Great place!
Jennifer Thelen
Jennifer Thelen
July 21, 2022.
I have been experiencing low back pain for at least 10 rememberable years and decided on a whim to try chiropractic care at Lakewoods. I had never been to a chiropractor before so I had no expectations that it would work or not but after just my first adjustment I had instant relief for the first time in 10 years. I have since been super impressed with how everything has been explained to me and how my care plan has been formed. The staff are all very kind and have been very helpful as well!