Stretches for Middle Back Pain

Middle back pain affects the thoracic area of the spine. It is often caused by strained muscles or ligaments. These strains can occur as a result of sleeping in an awkward position or standing and sitting too long, according to Backzilla.com. Stretches can help relieve tension in tight muscles and ligaments.

Significance

• Middle back pain can also be caused by disc degeneration or arthritis. It is important to start a stretching routine for these types of conditions to prevent further injury or deterioration of discs.

Benefits

• Stretching exercises can increase flexibility and strength in the middle back muscles, tendons and ligaments. This can help increase stability in the thoracic area of the spine. Stretching also increases blood flow which brings oxygen and nutrients for healing.

Types of Stretches

• Simply lying on the floor and pulling both knees to the chest can help increase flexibility and relieve pain in the middle back. Slowly bending forward at the waist can also relieve middle back tension.

Other Types of Stretches

• Lying on the stomach and raising one leg at a time is also an effective stretching exercise for the middle back. Another stretching exercise for the middle back is lifting the buttocks off the floor while lying on the back.

Prevention/Solution

• A regular middle back stretching routine can help prevent injuries and other stress-related ailments.