Chiropractic and Lordosis

Have you ever felt that your posture is not correct or have you experienced pain due to the curvature of your spine? If so, you could be experiencing problems related to lordosis, a condition that affects many people but, with the right treatment, can be managed effectively. Here we will explore how chiropractic can help treat and manage lordosis.

What is Lordosis?

Lordosis refers to the natural curvature of the spine, which is most pronounced in the cervical (neck) and lumbar (lower back) areas. Although these curvatures are normal and necessary for weight distribution and mobility, problems arise when they are excessive or insufficiently marked.

Types of Curvature Anomalies

• Hyperlordosis: An excessive curvature that usually occurs in the lower back.
• Rectification of cervical lordosis: When the natural curve of the neck flattens.
• Cervical Arch Inversion: The curve of the neck is formed in the opposite direction to normal.

Common Causes of Abnormal Lordosis

• Congenital Causes: Some people are born with variations in the structure of their spine that can lead to lordosis problems.
• Trauma: Accidents, such as traffic accidents that cause whiplash, can cause changes in the curvature of the spine.
• Emotional and Lifestyle Factors: Prolonged stress, sadness, and spending a lot of time in inappropriate positions (such as constantly looking at your phone) can affect the curvature of your spine.

Symptoms of Cervical Lordosis Rectification

• Frequent neck and back pain.
• Headaches and migraines.
• Limitation of cervical movement.
• Neurological problems such as tingling and numbness of extremities.
• Problems with vision, balance and cognitive functions due to stress on the nervous system.

How Can Chiropractic Help?

Chiropractic focuses on the care of the spine and nervous system through manual adjustments that seek to improve spinal alignment and the functionality of the associated nerves and muscles.

Chiropractic Care

Chiropractors specialize in correcting vertebral subluxations. Through quick and targeted chiropractic adjustments, chiropractors can restore normal movement to the vertebrae and relieve pressure on the nerves, which can reduce pain and improve nerve function. It can also improve flexibility and reduce stress on compressed nerves.

Prevention and Maintenance

• Postural Education: Learning and maintaining correct posture is crucial to preventing and treating lordosis. The chiropractor can provide you with specific advice and exercises.
• Regular Visits: Regular checkups with your chiropractor help maintain the health of your spine and prevent problems from recurring.

Living with Lordosis: Everyday Tips

Maintaining regular physical activity and avoiding long periods in the same position are essential. Additionally, incorporating specific exercises that strengthen the back and abdominal muscles can help support and protect the spine.

Conclusion

Chiropractic offers a non-invasive and preventative approach to the management of lordosis, providing pain relief and improvements in mobility and quality of life. If you are experiencing symptoms related to the curvature of your spine, consider consulting a qualified chiropractor.