I also have back troubles, with a bulging disc, and I suffer from syatica. My throat feels like someone has a tight grip on it, causing it to feel like its burning. I have a tough time swallowing, and when I went to the Drs. office he made a comment about the size of my uvula. Its hanging down in the back of my mouth, laying on my tongue. Which is making me feel like i have something in there. I can also stick my finger down my throat, and feel bumps, they feel huge when I'm swallowing, but I know by feeling with my finger that they are small, but sore! I have no idea what mine is, but reading this blog, I see there are a lot of us out here. I've been trying to gargle with salt water. I started last night, I will let you know if it helps me or not in the next few days.
Hi, I had the same problem and what I had was reversed acid reflux. You may have to try a couple different meds so the acid is surpressed in your stomach, it should work. Belging also helps to get rid of the gas.
Have you seen a chiropractor?