Neck Pain May Lead to Mid-Back Pain

In this study, researchers observed that after inducing neck pain, participants experienced a reduction in mid-back stability. The findings suggest that pain in one area of the spine can affect stability in other spinal regions, which may increase the risk for the development of pain in those areas as well. This underscores the importance of examining the whole patient to identify causes of pain that may exist outside of the affected area; otherwise, the patient may not experience a successful treatment outcome. Journal of Biomechanics, April 2019