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Upper back pain: common causes and relief tips

Learn common causes of upper back pain and how to prevent and relieve it, especially with exercises from Hinge Health physical therapists.

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Last Updated: Jun 5, 2025
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Table of Contents
Common causes of upper back pain
Symptoms of upper back pain
Upper back pain treatment options 
Upper back pain relief and prevention
Exercises for upper back pain relief
PT tip: Check in with yourself 
How Hinge Health can help you
References 

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