Mid-Back Pain

Mid-back pain that appears suddenly is usually caused by acute injuries such as damaged discs or torn muscles. Common causes of acute mid-back pain include sports injuries, car accidents, falls, poor lifting techniques, and overexertion.

Long-term mid-back pain can also develop from repetitive strain or engaging in the same activities that cause acute pain. Repeating the same movements over extended periods can irritate and inflame the tissues in and around the spine, resulting in mid-back pain and soreness that worsen when these activities are performed. Another type of mid-back pain is due to age-related deterioration.

Other causes of mid-back pain include spinal abnormalities such as scoliosis, which involves a curvature of the spine to the left and/or right. Additionally, spinal cord injuries, tumors, and internal diseases like kidney infections can lead to mid-back pain.