Question 1

can severe sinusitis cause upper back neck pain? unable to sleep or lay down bcause of the burning sensation.

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Not likely unless: The sinusitis tunneled into the brain and caused a meningitis ( usually fungal).

Question 2

what can  cause upper back pain?

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Many causes: Cardiac causes including valvular or coronary heart disease, angina, throracic or addominl aneuryms, thoracic masses intrathoracic or extra thoracic, bulging/herniated thoracic or cervical discs, muscle spasms , clavicle fractures, referred shoulder or neck problems, pulmonary edema, luminary embolus, vertebral fractures or masses, post surgical scar tissues, beast rumors, arthritis  of spine.

Question 3

can sitting for too long cause upper back pain?

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Yes: Especially if hunching forward for a long time. Ribs get flexed downward in front and upper vertebrae bend forward. When you straighten up, one or more may stay 'stuck' in that forward-bent position. An osteopathic hands-on exam and treatment can frequently resolve the problem.If it keeps recurring, consider changing the chair or way your sit or consider prolotherapy.

Question 4

can military posture cause upper back pain?

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Military posture: Hello. The stiff, knees locked, erect, shoulders pulled back posture may be an irritant to the thoracic spine when standing like this for extensive prolonged periods of time. Can't be avoided though. Soldiers won't ever be allowed to stand in a more "neutral" positions.

Question 5

can an exercise bike cause upper back pain?

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Yes: Yes. Straining during bicycling riding can cause upper and lower back pain. Usually caused by muscle straining.

Question 6

why does my exercise programme cause upper back pain?

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May be  stress: Your upper back more or you have weakness of the upper back muscles.

Question 7

what can cause upper back pain between the shoulders?

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Several things: This problem can only be solved by seeing your doctor and being evaluated face-to-face.  After a thorough examination, your doctor should be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

Question 8

i am 35 male. can someone tell me the cause of the upper back pain. i experience this often.

Accepted Answer

Muscles, ribs, spine: There are different structures on the upper back which can cause pain. They include muscles, ligaments, ribs, vertebraes, etc.  Poor posture, muscles imbalances, stress and trauma among others could cause or worsen your condition. Visit your doctor for an evaluation. www.otwithmd.com.

Question 9

what tests would best determine the cause of upper back pain, with should pain also? where would you go for those tests?

Accepted Answer

First step first: I am not sure what is the nature of your pain (when does it occur, left vs right or mid, during day/night, at rest, when active, or both), and how long you have had this pain. Also, any trauma? Type of work you do? First and right thing to do is consult with your doc for a thorough history and physical examination, which maybe all u need, and work-up if needed. Motrin/aleve for now. Good luck.

Question 10

do kidney problems cause upper back pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But its not a typical symptom.

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