Pain that emanates from your thoracic spine can turn chronic when the underlying condition isn’t diagnosed correctly or if you don’t seek treatment in a timely fashion. You may feel mid-back pain as a sharp stabbing or a dull, burning ache. You may also feel tightness in your back muscles and stiffness as you move. Your NJ pain management doctor at Redefine Healthcare in New Jersey needs to examine you thoroughly before recommending a mid-back pain relief plan.