The lordotic posture is a bad posture that differs from the healthy one in the following ways: Increased lumbar lordosis and anteversion of the pelvis(anterior tilt). Higher anterior pelvic tilt causes increased hip joint flexion. Plantar flexion of the foot can develop as a result of the knees being hyperextension. Lower back hyperlordosis decreases functional ability and abrupt quality of life. Furthermore, spinal misalignment is linked to a lower gait, poor balance, and an increased chance of falling.

An increase in lordotic angle increases shearing strain or stress in the anterior direction and anteriorly pushes the center of gravity. Some believe that the increased angle and tension are linked to bad posture and back pain. In terms of biomechanics, enhanced lumbar lordosis is connected with a higher prevalence of low back pain. There are several variables that contribute to increased lumbar lordosis. Low back discomfort can be caused by etiological factors such as trunk weakness, short back muscles, weak thighs, hamstrings, and so on. Furthermore, trunk muscle weakness can affect the form of lumbar lordosis and may be the cause of low back pain.

Strengthening the multifidus, transversus abdominis, and internal trunk muscles prevents increasing lordotic curvature. Tight hip flexors, weak core muscles, and weak gluteal muscles cause an imbalance in the muscles surrounding the pelvic bones. 

Physiotherapy Treatment

Stretching& Releasing the tight muscles such as Iliopsoas, Tensor fascia latae, Quadriceps, Lower back erectors, Quadratus lumborum, thoracolumbar fascia, and anterior fibers of the adductors. Examples of stretching exercises are 

Single knee to chest- Lay on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Pull your right knee slowly toward your shoulder and hold for 5 to 10 seconds. Lower the knee and do the same with the other. 

Double knee to chest- Pull one knee to the chest, then the other, and hold for 5 to 10 seconds on each knee. Lower one leg at a time.

Strengthening of the weak muscles such as the Gluteal group, Hamstring, and Abdominals. Examples of strengthening exercises are: 

Pelvic tilt- Lie on your back, legs bent, and feet flat on the floor. Flatten the lumbar region of your back against the floor without pushing down with your legs, and hold for 5 to 10 seconds. 

Partial sit-ups- Holding the pelvic tilt position, slowly curl your head and shoulders off the floor.     Hold briefly.

Apart from all the above exercises, our physiotherapists will incorporate various exercises such as motor control exercises, Hold-relax stretching, Stabilizationexercises, Swiss ball exercises, etc. Also, we use various electrotherapy modalities such as TENS, IFT, and Ultrasound for pain reduction. In addition, we use Laser therapy, cupping therapy, and dry needling therapy along with other treatments for faster recovery.