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What is lordosis?
Lordosis is defined as an increase of the normal inward curvature of the lumbar spine. It also may be referred to as swayback.
What causes lordosis?
As with other curvatures of the spine, the cause of this curvature is unknown. In some cases there may be a familial occurrence. In some cases a loss of lumbar lordosis may occur as a result of a failed spinal fusion.
How is lordosis detected?
This disorder can be detected by the visible presence of deformity, aching back pain or increased lumbar lordosis (swayback). The diagnosis is confirmed by obtaining an x-ray
Is lordosis treatable?
Treatment is determined by the patient’s age, the severity of the curvature and the symptoms. Non-operative treatment may include bracing and physical therapy, in cases of more severe curvature or in adults, a spinal fusion is used to correct the curvature.
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