Upper back pain that occurs along with numbness or weakness in the arms can indicate a more serious problem and requires immediate medical attention. The symptoms of upper back pain may vary depending on the underlying condition. Upper back pain is usually described as aching, sharp, burning, and stiffness. The common upper back pain symptoms include:

• Pain around the ribcage
• Difficulty turning in bed or in sitting
• Occasionally, breathing gets affected
• Fatigue
• Redness, warmth, or swelling of the back
• Morning back stiffness
• Neck pain
• Shoulder pain
• Disturbed sleep
• Stress & anxiety