Kidney Position On Back. Kidney pain located in the right and left upper quadrants image source. This person with her hands on her back shows both the size and approximate position of the kidneys.
The kidneys are located high in the abdominal cavity partly protected by the lowest rib bones one on each side of. In some cases of kidney pain there are a few simple steps to alleviate the pain in your back. Kidney stones are also a common cause of kidney pain that is felt in the middle back.
The kidney is not inside the peritoneum lining which is why it is called a retroperitoneal organ.
However in general you should see a doctor for any type of kidney or flank pain to rule out any serious condition that causes the kidney pain. Your kidneys are about the size of a fist. Usually the kidney on the left side is a bit higher due to the liver position. In some cases of kidney pain there are a few simple steps to alleviate the pain in your back.