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[|Human|] I have had sever problems with myback ( L3, 4, 5 ansS1) for over 20 years I m wondering if this could be causing my upper back ( bra line) to be hurting. I have been seeing specilists after specialist but keep forgetting to ask. Thanks so much for your time. Tracy
[|AI|]  Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. The answer to your question is yes, having problems with lumbar column for a long time can cause pain above in thoracic column because of the continuous incorrect posture of your body caused by pain, and I assume there might be a degenerative disease affecting your vertebral column. Next time you see your Doctor, you can discuss the possibility to do plain radiographs of your thoracolumbar column, as a start examination to check for scoliosis or kyphoses of your column. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.