Post Surgical Mid-Back Pain

pain that persists or returns in the same or adjacent area following thoracic spine (mid-back) surgery
(aka failed back surgical syndrome)

Surgery done for a thoracic spine/mid-back condition may be as simple as removal of stray material in the spinal canal or spinal fusion of a couple vertebra or more advanced with the insertion of bolts and plates or rods or disc replacement "cages". Whatever is done surgically will be worked around to attempt to relieve your existing pain conservatively, gently and safely.

Surgical intervention for mid-back pain often leaves the discs adjacent to the surgical area hypermobile (overly movable) and lead to degeneration or herniation.

A thorough, clinical examination that may include imaging is important to your recovery from post-surgical pain.

Thoracic Spine Exam Description

In office, Chiropractic Spine and Sports Rehab Center uses chiropractic Cox Technic Flexion Distraction and Decompression to widen the canal space, drop the intradiscal pressure and increase the disc height to relieve pain.

You will welcome the Cox Technic manipulation that gently "pulls you apart," as many patients describe the treatment or say they need.

Cox Technic Goal for Thoracic Spine The disc is pressing on the nerve. Note that as the disc herniation reduces, the pinched nerve is relieved.	Cox Technic Treatment for the Thoracic Spine

In office adjunctive care may hasten your recovery.

At home, Chiropractic Spine and Sports Rehab Center may recommend hot/cold therapy, exercise or modification of your sleeping or working environment.You will want to work closely with us at Chiropractic Spine and Sports Rehab Center to ensure your treatment is properly administered and your return to maximum health is maximized.