Middle back pain affects the thoracic spine—the part of the spine that supports the rib cage in the middle and upper back. Compared to lower back (lumbar spine) and neck (cervical spine ...

pain in one spot or all over your back, or pain that feels like a dull ache or a sharp shock. You could also experience pain in your upper or middle back, or lumbar pain — pain in your lower back.

A spinal abscess may cause local or radiating back pain, fever, and neurological symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment are vital for improving a person’s outlook. A spinal cord abscess ...