The doctor calls it thoracic inflammation but to you it is upper back pain.
There is no age restriction on when this pain can develop.
Muscular irritation is the primary reason someone might have this pain.
All back issues makes it hard to function.
People with bad posture are more likely to develop thoracic pain.
There are many other reasons.
Back aches usually result from damage suffered in an accident.
Some of the things you can do for upper back pain are messages, stretching and a heat pad.
It is important to try exercise for upper back discomfort.
It is important to stretch before doing any physical activities.
The stretching will hurt but it will also improve your spine flexibility.
Swimming is a great exercise for upper back issues.
If you can not swim, it is a generally good idea to learn anyway.
Swimming both stretches and strengthens.
This will be effective.
It is quite a workout, but you may end up making it part or your lifestyle.
You will lose weight swimming which in itself will improve your hurting back.
Doing some form of aerobic training can loosen up your back.
No doubt your doctor will also tell you to try to do exercises for the pain.
There is the tried and true heat ointments of course.
If you have a hot tub, then absolutely use it, otherwise take a warm bath.
You may be convinced that your upper back pain is not serious enough for a doctor.
Perhaps a pharmacist can give some advice.
Generally back issues can be helped some with a good mattress.
However if you side sleeper and have a standard spring mattress, try getting a topper for it.
You really should consult a doctor.
Your sore back may be related to some other problem.
There is the possibility if you are over 50, that osteoporosis may be a factor.
A doctor can tell you exactly what to do about your upper back pain so you can stop stressing over it and start treating it.