Why Your Upper Back Hurts When You Breathe—and How to Fix It

Why Your Upper Back Hurts When You Breathe—and How to Fix It

The first time it happened, you probably dismissed it. A sharp twinge in your upper back as you inhaled deeply—maybe after lifting something awkward or sleeping in a cramped position. But when the discomfort lingers, turning every breath into a negotiation between your ribs and your spine, the body’s silent alarm system starts flashing red. … Read more