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Lumbar Lordosis or Lumbar Swayback: 5 Simple Corrective Exercises, Tips For Prevention

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What is Lumbar Lordosis?

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Lumbar Lordosis is a condition where there is an increased inner curvature of the lumbar spine. Normally a human spine displays some amount of lordosis, but if it increases then it poses a problem for the individual. Lordosis is also known as “swayback.”

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Lumbar Lordosis
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Anterior pelvic tilt is the major factor of lumbar lordosis. Due to increased curve of the lumbar spine, lower back puts more pressure on the entire back and this lead to poor movement of the back and lower back pain. It is necessary to keep the curve of the spine in their proper position.

The common factors for lumbar lordosis are tight hip flexors, weak core muscles, weak gluteal muscles, poor form during exercise, etc. The normal curve of the lumbar spine should be approx 30 to 35 degrees while standing.

Also Read: What is Lordosis? Its Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Exercises

Lordosis Exercises

The selection of lordosis exercises are based on the imbalance and weakness of the muscle present in your spine. It is very important to address the particular muscle that directly correlates with increased lordosis.

5 Simple Corrective Exercises For Lumbar Lordosis:

Stretches Of Hip Flexor

Stretches Of Hip Flexor For Lumbar Lordosis Due to tightness of hip flexor, the opposite groups of muscles (gluteal muscles) become weak and it affects the pelvic alignment. It is important to stretch your hip flexor in order to maintain proper alignment of pelvic and to avoid lumbar lordosis.
Hip flexor can be stretched manually in standing position, bend your knee and hold on to your ankle. When you pull your leg back, tilt your pelvic forward. Hold the stretch position for 25 to 30 seconds. Please refer to the image to see how this stretch is performed.

Lower Back Muscle Stretches

Lower Back Muscle Stretches For Lumbar Lordosis

It is important to stretch your back muscle to free from lumbar lordosis. Lie down on the floor on your back, pull your knees slowly into your chest as shown in the image. Inhale with deep breath, when you are performing the exercise. Hold the position for 30 to 50 seconds.

Abdominal Crunch

Abdominal Crunch  For Lumbar Lordosis

Abdominal muscles also play an important role to maintain your posture. Abdominal muscles strengthening exercises help in strengthening the spine and reducing the inward curve. Lie down on the floor facing the ceiling and put your feet on the floor. Tilt your pelvic back by pushing your lower back into the floor. Then lift your torso off the floor to 30 degrees angle, support your neck with your hands. And come back slowly to the starting position. Repeat this exercise 10 times.

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Oblique Crunch

Oblique Crunch For Lumbar Lordosis

Lie down the floor on your back with knees bent and keep feet flat on the floor. Drop your legs to the left side slowly and let your knee rest near the floor. Keep your fingertips to the side of your head behind your ears. Push down your low back into the floor and hold. Then slowly curl up that both your shoulders lift off the floor a few inches. Hold the position for 5 seconds and return to the start position. Repeat this exercise for 10-15 times. Do the same on the other side.

Hip Extension In The Supine Position (Bridge)

Hip Extension In The Supine Position For Lumbar Lordosis

Lay down your back on the floor facing your face upward with the flexion of knees. Keep your feet flat on the floor and apart from each other. Squeeze your gluteus and do slight posterior pelvic tilts to make your lower back flatten. Then lift your hip upward as much you can with squeezing of your gluteus muscles. Hold the position for 10-15 seconds and return to the starting position. Repeat 20 times a day.

Watch 3D Video of Lumbar Lordosis, Its Causes and Exercises:

Tips To Help Prevention of Lumbar Lordosis:

  • Keep your feet flat on the floor when sitting. Put a small wedge on your chair or adjust your chair to sit so that your knee should be slightly lower than your hip. Support your back lower curve because too much or too little of a curve can cause problems.
  • When standing, support your back by resting one leg higher on a step.
  • When standing, do not lock your knees straight.
  • Keep a flat pillow under your belly if you sleep on your stomach. Sleeping on your back is better with a pillow under your knees.
  • Do not wear high heel shoes, your posture will tend to fail. Always wear shoes that provide good support.
  • Maintain your buttock muscles and belly (abdominal) strong and firm.
  • See your physician if you have persistent or frequent back pain.

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Written, Edited or Reviewed By: Team PainAssist, Pain Assist Inc. This article does not provide medical advice. See disclaimer
Last Modified On:January 24, 2019

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