, spine, ligaments, intervertebral discs or joints that ensure both movement and support of the dorsal spine. More rarely, back pain reflects a pathology of the internal organs (lungs, heart and great vessels, pancreas, gallbladder, liver, etc.).
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Back pain can result from inflammation, herniated intervertebral disc, osteoarthritis, muscle spasm or contracture, herpes zoster infections, poor posture, scoliosis, osteoporosis, and traumatic injury to the spine.
Back pain occurs or is accentuated in certain positions, while it tends to decrease with rest or mobilization. Back pain can be accompanied by secondary symptoms, such as: headache, neck stiffness, shoulder pain, muscle fatigue, numbness and tingling.
Back pain may be transient in duration and resolve spontaneously. However, if this symptom is persistent or particularly severe, it is always advisable to consult a doctor, in order to obtain a precise diagnosis and indications for the most appropriate treatment for your case.
localized at the dorsal level, less frequent than neck and back pain. In most cases, the pain occurs in the upper back, between the shoulder blades, but can also radiate to the neck or chest. Most acute episodes of back pain are caused by strain, trauma and altered posture, which cause tension, strain and stiffness of the structures connected to the spine.
