Why Is My Upper Back Always Tight?

If you've been experiencing pain, stiffness, and loss of range of motion in your upper back, you could be suffering from Upper Cross Syndrome. This condition involves groups of muscles, some of which overlap and are underactive or overactive, in the neck, chest, and especially the shoulders. At Denton Chiropractic Center, we offer effective chiropractic care and treatment for Upper Cross Syndrome, without the risks of surgery or the dangers of medications.

Causes of Upper Cross Syndrome

Oddly enough, it's not strenuous activities or exercise that causes Upper Cross Syndrome. A more sedentary lifestyle and poor posture are major causes of the condition. Some of the sedentary lifestyle activities that cause the condition include excessive computer or cellphone use, driving, and reading. Such activities cause a person's head to be tilted forward, their spine to become curved and their shoulders to become rounded.

Symptoms of Upper Cross Syndrome

The upper cross syndrome results in the affected muscles, tendons, bones, and joints becoming deformed and stressed. Here are a few of the common symptoms of Upper Cross Syndrome:

• Neck strain or weakness.
• Upper back pain and shoulder pain.
• Loss of range of motion of the neck and shoulders.
• Intermittent numbness, pain, and tingling in the upper arms.
• Headaches coming from the base of the skull.

Chiropractic Treatment for Upper Cross Syndrome 

Our Denton chiropractor for upper back pain treats Upper Cross Syndrome with gentle chiropractic adjustments of the neck, shoulders, and upper back. Our chiropractic care is coupled with physical therapy and an exercise program to lengthen and strengthen targeted muscles so that pain is relieved and the range of motion is increased.

Visit Our Denton Chiropractor for Upper Cross Syndrome Treatment

Contact us at Denton Chiropractic Center for an appointment to be examined by our chiropractor for Upper Cross Syndrome by calling 940-566-3232. We'll be pleased to discuss a treatment plan with you. We want to help relieve or eliminate your pain and discomfort while strengthening your back and restoring your full range of motion.