What is back pain or dorsalgia?

The back pain o dorsalgia is a discomfort that is located in the middle part of the back, between the cervical (neck) and lumbar area. Although less common than other types of back pain, it can be just as disabling and affects people of all ages.

This pain may be due to muscular, articular, postural causes or even reflect visceral problems. It is usually intensified by certain postures, deep breathing or repetitive movements of the thoracic spine.

Symptoms of back pain

The most common symptoms of back pain of back pain can vary according to the cause, but include:

  • Localized pain in the middle of the back
  • Stiffness or limitation of movement
  • Pain that intensifies with prolonged sitting or standing
  • Feeling of heaviness or muscle contraction
  • Pain radiating to chest or ribs
  • Discomfort when taking a deep breath or turning the torso
  • In more severe cases: tingling, loss of strength or persistent nighttime pain

 

If the pain becomes chronic or is accompanied by fever, weight loss, shortness of breath, or a history of trauma, it is important to to see a doctor immediately..

How to treat dorsalgia

At MIVI Salud we provide a comprehensive approach to back pain, combining accurate diagnosis, specialized physiotherapy and, if necessary, interventional techniques. The most common treatments are:

1. Physiotherapy for back pain

Our physical therapists apply customized techniques to relieve pain and improve mobility:

  • Manual therapy and myofascial release
  • Strengthening and mobility exercises of the dorsal area
  • Dry needling and neuromuscular techniques
  • Postural reeducation and motor control
  • Electrotherapy, tecartherapy or therapeutic laser therapy
  • Supervised home exercise program

 

3. Interventional pain treatments

In cases of chronic dorsalgia or dorsalgia resistant to conventional treatment, we offer:

  • Image-guided infiltrations (facet, paravertebral)
  • Intercostal nerve blocks
  • Radiofrequency in medial nerves for pain control

Each therapeutic plan is tailored to the patient’s needs and seeks functional improvement and relapse prevention. functional improvement and relapse prevention..

Types of back pain

Dorsal radicular pain

Radicular pain can be produced in the dorsal region by the compression of a radicular nerve during its course from the medulla to its end. In this part of the spine, this compression manifests itself as a tingling sensation, numbness or a sensation of electricity (a term known as paresthesia or dysesthesia) which can be felt in different parts of the thorax, on one or two sides. This symptom can cause significant discomfort to the sufferer and can also alter the motor capacity of the area.

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Myofascial syndrome of the dorsal region

The myofascial syndrome of the dorsal region is a picture of muscle pain sustained over time caused by persistent contracture of a muscle or muscle group. This is, among all, the most frequent cause of pain in the dorsal region.

This contracture is characterized by presenting as a tense, palpable band in the muscle (the contracture), which presents increased consistency and which when pressed produces pain in the area of the contracture or in the path of the muscle.

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Leave mid back pain behind with MIVI Salud

At MIVI Salud we treat dorsalgia with a global and personalized vision. We combine medical, physiotherapeutic and technological knowledge to help you recover your quality of life.

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Rocio Barrientos
Muy agradecida a Estrella, por su trato, profesionalidad y cercanía. Encantada con los resultados después de cada sesión. Muy recomendable!
Pedro Piñero
Response from the owner:Muchas gracias Pedro, por tu valoración! Saludos
cristina Lujan garcia
Fui con muchísimo dolor a la consulta del Dr Orduña y gracias a él,estoy muchísimo mejor,tengo aún dolor pero es soportable y no me limita mi día a día.Muchas gracias por su trato amable y atención.
Response from the owner:Gracias Cristina por compartir tu experiencia en MIVI Salud en ciudad. Nos alegra saber que tuvo una excelente visita con el Dr.Orduña Saludos
Joseluis Dominguez
Nos ha ido genial, la atención muy buena. La doctora Marta del Valle y su equipo estupendo.
Response from the owner:Muchas gracias José Luis por tomarte el tiempo de dejar esta reseña tan positiva sobre la Dra. del Valle. a y nuestro equipo! Nos alegra saber que has tenido una experiencia satisfactoria en nuestra clínica.
Axel Lapuerta
Molt agraït a tot l'equip de l'Institut Aliaga i, especialment, al Dr. Duca per la seva gran professionalitat i atenció constant. Molt recomanable. Moltes gràcies!
A. Barranco
Mi más sincero agradecimiento a todo el equipo de la unidad del dolor y en especial al doctor Garcia por su excelente atención y profesionalidad. Su dedicación y empatía han hecho que el tratamiento sea excelente . Gracias por mejorar mi calidad de vida. Recomiendo al doctor Garcia por su excelente labor y compromiso con sus pacientes. ¡Gracias por todo!" A. Barranco
Response from the owner:Gracias A.Barranco, por compartir tu experiencia en MIVI Salud . Nos alegra saber que tuvo una excelente visita con el Dr.García
Claudia Escobar
Muy contenta con los servicios que me han prestado, sobretodo Victor por su amabilidad y profesionalidad.
alejandro gonzalez ruiz
Cada vez que vengo a este sitio me lo paso genial gracias a los fisios , evaluaré la posible lesion de mi tobillo para volver
Tatianus Rodriguez
Excelente
Sara Garcia
Response from the owner:Muchas gracias por tu valoración Sara! Saludos

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