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Some Common Causes Of Upper Back Pain

Some of us may occasionally have discomfort in the upper back. The upper back is the 12 vertebrae with ribs attached to it that connect to the breastbone. This skeletal area is called the thoracic spine and it has less movement compared to the neck and lower back. The upper/mid back has less flexibility because it’s main purpose is to provide protection for the major organs of the body, like the heart and the liver. Continue reading

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