Symptom guide
Mid-back
Pain or stiffness between the shoulder blades, or along the middle of the back.
Below are the conditions that commonly present this way. This is a starting point for reading, not a diagnosis — these patterns overlap, and some have causes outside the spine altogether. Only an examination can connect a symptom to a cause.
Conditions that may present as mid-back
Uncommon, often incidental, occasionally pressing on the cord.
A collapsed vertebra, usually from thin bone. Treating the fracture is only half the job.
The umbrella term for spinal wear. A description, not a diagnosis.
A curve that develops with wear in adulthood. Symptoms matter more than the angle.
Some symptoms need urgent care rather than reading. If you have sudden weakness, numbness in the saddle area, or a change in bladder or bowel control, go to an emergency department.
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An examination is what connects a symptom to a cause. Bring your imaging and any previous operative notes.
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