All about back pain

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.

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.
.

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.
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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.

Does your middle back hurt?

Ask for your medical or physiotherapy assessment and get back to moving without pain.