 [ Symptoms ] can a cold virus settle in the muscles of your back ive had cold symptoms stuffy runny nose and cough feeling very tired and run down now i have severe back pain can a common virus settle in the muscles in your back [ Disease ] coughing can affect your muscles in your chest ribs and back hopefully you are feeling better by now if not and you have had this cold for a week  10days it is time to see your doctor make sure you drink plenty of fluids to help your body fight off the virus and get you well take care