racingheart77 Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 Anyone else get upper back pain that lasts a long time? I get back pain that is dull in nature and can get pretty unbearable. It seems to be worse when lying down and when I think about it. Anyone else get pain like this? It's really uncomfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 Yes - I frequently get upper back pain, from mid-back up to my neck and sometimes even across the top of my head. I am not sure if that is how your pain feels. I used to go to chiropractor for this and would get some temporary relief from adjustments. My PCP did an MRI and they found arthritis in my thoracic spine, which is not that common because your thoracic spine usually does not move. I cannot take NSAIDS due to stomach problems so I take 1/2 flexeril at night when it gets bad and I also take Turmeric ( a very strong and proven anti-inflammatory ). I also do some mild exercises and light weight-lifting for upper-back strength and they help as well. I am sorry that your pain gets that bad - have you seen a doc for this yet? -- Best wishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogini Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 Upper back pain is pretty common with POTS. There are a few different reasons for it. Coat hanger pain is frrom poor circulation - just like we don’t get enough blood to our brain it doesn’t go to the upper back. Even though my POTS is better my upper back still hurts a lot! Also some people with POTS have other co-conditions like EDS which cause pain. If you are saying you pain is worse when lying down, you might want to mention to your doctor. Maybe it’s the pressure on your back from a specific injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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