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This short video shows Muscle imbalance in the context of “Thoracic bone spurs (osteophytes).” Constant uneven loading causes wear and tear on the joints and cartilage between the vertebrae. This wear and tear leads to microtrauma and inflammation, which signals the body to begin a repair process. This links the muscle’s location and role in movement with the areas where tension or pain may be felt.
Constant uneven loading causes wear and tear on the joints and cartilage between the vertebrae. This wear and tear leads to microtrauma and inflammation, which signals the body to begin a repair process. The clip places this within “Thoracic bone spurs (osteophytes)” so it is easier to understand what is happening in the area, not only where symptoms are felt.
Muscle pain is not always local. When a muscle is overloaded or lacks control during movement, tension or pain can also be felt in a nearby area.
This is an educational visual linked to “Thoracic bone spurs (osteophytes).” If symptoms keep returning, restrict movement, or their source is unclear, a functional assessment is a more useful next step than guessing.