Thoracic Spondylosis with Radiculopathy

Definition:
Degeneration or deficient development of the articulating parts of a vertebra of the thoracic spine; disorder of the spinal nerve roots in the thoracic spine.
Symptoms:
  • Mid back pain
  • Pain with extension
  • Mid back tightness
  • Radiating pain into the upper or lower extremity
  • Possible numbness or weakness into upper or lower extremity
Causes:
  • Degeneration
  • Stress fracture
  • Overtraining
  • Heredity component
  • Repetitive trauma to thoracic spine
Treatment:
  • ROM and stretching
  • Core stabilization exercises
  • Upper and lower extremity strengthening
  • Posture program