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Is Pain In The Upper Back An Indication Of A Strained Muscle Or Could It Be An Internal Problem?

Yesterday morning I awoke and tried to get out of bed . My upper back and slightly around the sides were painful. When I tried to stay I could not because a pain in my back would not allow me to stand for some time. I thought maybe it was just muscle pain because I had fallen asleep with my head resting on the kitchen table the night before. Because I can breathe deeply without causing pain I was planning to see if it would go away. I was able to get dressed., go to church and then to the market with only a slight knawing pain. I went to take a nap after I got home and woke up with the pain again. I couldn’t pull myself out of the bed for some time again. Now every time I stand up or try to straighten my back it causes pain. Does this sound like something muscular or some internal problem? Thank you
Tue, 4 Sep 2018
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hi,

You are having pain in upper back due to muscular spasm. Thus may have happened due to abnormal sleeping position.

Treatment is rest and local application of Diclofenac gel. Tab. Thiocolchicoside with Tab. Ultracet will help in reducing pain.

If not relieved, please consult orthopedic surgeon nearby your area.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Is Pain In The Upper Back An Indication Of A Strained Muscle Or Could It Be An Internal Problem?

Hi, You are having pain in upper back due to muscular spasm. Thus may have happened due to abnormal sleeping position. Treatment is rest and local application of Diclofenac gel. Tab. Thiocolchicoside with Tab. Ultracet will help in reducing pain. If not relieved, please consult orthopedic surgeon nearby your area. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.