Mid Back Pain Treatment in Wichita, KS

If you are experiencing mid back pain in Wichita or surrounding areas including Andover, Derby, Mulvane, Wellington, Winfield, Newton, Maize, Goddard, McPherson, Augusta, El Dorado, Eastborough, Bel Aire, and the greater Sedgwick County region, pain in the thoracic spine can affect your posture, breathing, sleep, and daily function.

At Kansas Pain Consultants, we specialize in diagnosing and treating thoracic spine (mid back) pain using targeted, minimally invasive treatments, including advanced procedures for fractures and tumor-related pain.

What Is Mid Back Pain (Thoracic Pain)?

The thoracic spine is the middle portion of the spine, located between the neck and lower back. It plays a key role in stability and rib cage support.

Pain in this region can originate from the spine, joints, ribs, muscles, or nerves.

Common Causes of Mid Back Pain

• Thoracic facet joint arthritis
• Thoracic disc herniation or degeneration
• Muscle strain or postural dysfunction
• Rib joint dysfunction
• Intercostal neuralgia
• Compression fractures (often related to osteoporosis)
• Tumor-related spinal pain (metastatic disease)
• Post-surgical or traumatic pain

Symptoms of Thoracic Spine Pain

• Pain between the shoulder blades
• Sharp or aching mid back pain
• Pain wrapping around the chest or ribs
• Pain with deep breathing or movement
• Muscle tightness or spasms
• Burning or nerve-like pain

Our Approach to Diagnosis

We focus on identifying the true pain generator:

• Detailed history and physical exam
• Review of imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT)
• Evaluation for facet, disc, rib, fracture, or tumor-related pain
• Diagnostic injections or nerve blocks

Mid Back Pain Treatment Options in Wichita

Conservative Treatment Options

• Physical therapy
• Anti-inflammatory medications
• Postural correction

Image-Guided Interventions

• Thoracic epidural steroid injections
• Facet joint injections and medial branch blocks
• Costovertebral joint injections

Advanced Treatments

• Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for facet pain
• Intercostal nerve blocks and RFA

Compression Fractures & Osteoporotic Spine Disease

Thoracic compression fractures are a common and serious cause of mid back pain, particularly in patients with osteoporosis.

These fractures can occur:

• After minor trauma or even routine activity
• In patients with weakened bone density
• Without a clear injury in some cases

Why Compression Fractures Matter

Compression fractures are not just painful—they are associated with significant health risks:

• Increased risk of future fractures
• Progressive spinal deformity (kyphosis)
• Reduced lung function and mobility
• Increased mortality risk

Studies have shown that patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures can have a 15–30% higher mortality rate compared to age-matched individuals without fractures, largely due to decreased mobility and associated medical complications.

Treatment Options

We offer evaluation and treatment including:

• Pain management and bracing when appropriate
• Coordination of osteoporosis care
• Referral for kyphoplasty or vertebral augmentation when indicated

Early treatment can significantly improve pain, restore function, and reduce complications.

Spinal Tumor Pain & Tumor Ablation

Mid back pain can sometimes be caused by spinal tumors, including metastatic cancer involving the thoracic spine.

These lesions may cause:

• Severe, persistent pain
• Night pain or pain at rest
• Structural weakening of the vertebrae
• Nerve compression symptoms

Minimally Invasive Tumor Ablation

We offer and coordinate image-guided tumor ablation procedures, including:

• Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) of spinal tumors
• Often combined with cement augmentation (vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty)
• Provides rapid pain relief
• Helps stabilize the affected vertebra

These treatments can be highly effective for both cancer-related pain control and structural stabilization, often avoiding more invasive surgery.

Intercostal Neuralgia (Rib Nerve Pain)

Some patients experience burning or radiating pain around the ribs due to Intercostal Neuralgia.

Treatment options include:

• Intercostal nerve blocks
• Radiofrequency ablation
• Neuromodulation for refractory cases

Advanced Neuromodulation for Chronic Thoracic Pain

For persistent or complex pain, we offer:

Dorsal Root Ganglion (DRG) Stimulation

• Targets specific thoracic nerve roots
• Effective for focal nerve pain

Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS)

• Targets intercostal nerves
• Minimally invasive

Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)

• Used for broader thoracic pain syndromes
• Modulates pain signaling

When Should You See a Specialist?

• Pain lasting more than 4–6 weeks
• Pain after a fall or minor injury (possible fracture)
• Pain that is worsening or occurring at night
• History of osteoporosis or cancer
• Pain not responding to conservative care

Why Choose Kansas Pain Consultants?

• Board-certified, fellowship-trained physician
• Expertise in thoracic spine, fractures, and tumor-related pain
• Advanced procedures including RFA, kyphoplasty coordination, and tumor ablation
• Focus on non-surgical, evidence-based care
• Collaborative care with referring providers

Mid Back Pain Treatment Near You – Wichita, KS

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Kansas Pain Consultants is here to help.

Areas We Serve

We proudly provide mid back pain treatment to patients in Wichita, Andover, Derby, Mulvane, Wellington, Winfield, Newton, Maize, Goddard, McPherson, Augusta, El Dorado, Eastborough, Bel Aire, and throughout the greater Sedgwick County region.

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Kansas Pain Consultants
2450 N Woodlawn Blvd
Wichita, KS 67220
Phone: 316-500-1223
Fax: 800-915-6113
Referral Email: referrals@painkansas.com