One of the problems that we can help you with in our chiropractic center in Barcelona is lumbar lordosis. This condition can limit the day to day life of people and also be painful.
In this article you will learn more about lordosis and how chiropractic care can help you. If you feel you have this type of problem here you will learn everything you need to know about it.
What is lordosis and what are its causes?
Lordosis is a term that refers to the natural curvature of the spine. We must keep in mind that our spine is not straight and that a degree of curvature is normal, the problem lies when this spine has an excessive curvature in the lower back.
When there is this excessive curvature in the lower back it is normal for pain to appear. Many people often live with back pain, but chiropractic can help this pain disappear.
The causes of lordosis are varied. In some cases it is diagnosed in childhood without any known cause, but this problem can appear over the years for different reasons.
One of the most common is due to poor posture for a prolonged period of time, for example, poor sitting during working hours. Lordosis can also be caused by other problems such as osteoporosis, kyphosis, discitis, spondylolisthesis, obesity or achondroplasia.
Types of lordosis:
Let’s take a look at some of the most common types of lordosis that can occur.
Lumbar lordosis
Lumbar lordosis would be the type of natural curvature found in the spine. It is known as lumbar hyperlordosis when the curve is too long causing the usual problems.
The causes of this type of lordosis are usually prolonged poor posture, obesity, shortening of the hip flexors and other conditions. The most common symptoms are chronic low back pain, stiffness or tightness in the hamstrings among others.
Rectification of lumbar lordosis
In this type of lumbar lordosis the natural lumbar curve has been reduced or, in some cases, has disappeared completely. This causes the lower back to appear flatter than normal and may be due to certain hernias, trauma or, again, prolonged poor posture.
The most frequent symptoms are low back pain, stiffness and also a flattening sensation in the lower back. This can increase stress on other intervertebral discs as well as other structures of the spine.
Cervical lordosis
Cervical lordosis is a natural inward curve found in the neck. This curve is somewhat normal, except when it is too pronounced, becoming known as cervical hyperlordosis.
The causes of this cervical hyperlordosis are usually due to poor postural habits, for example, if the cell phone is used excessively. It may also be due to joint degeneration resulting from osteoarthritis, cervical injuries or problems in other parts of the spine.
Here the symptoms are neck pain, headaches, stiffness and, if there is nerve compression, the pain may radiate to the shoulders, arms and may reach the hands.
Rectification of cervical lordosis
As with anterior rectification, in cervical lordosis rectification the natural curve of the neck is reduced or may disappear completely.
Again, it may be due to poor posture, trauma or chronic muscle tension due to stress. It may also be due to a degenerative process that damages the joints.
The symptoms are pain and stiffness in the neck. It is also common to suffer quite frequent headaches, dizziness, vertigo and pain radiating down the arms to the hands. Depending on the severity it can even cause ringing in the ear or alter vision.
Symptoms and consequences of untreated lordosis
If you have lordosis it is very important that you get in the hands of a chiropractor as soon as possible. The first reason is to mitigate the pain and other symptoms of lordosis, but beyond this, treatment is also important to avoid long-term consequences.
If you do not treat your lordosis, over time you are likely to suffer accelerated wear and tear of the intervertebral discs as well as the joints. This can lead to osteoarthritis, among other problems.
Failure to treat lordosis early and suffer its consequences over time can also increase the risk of a herniated disc. The constant pressure on the nerves caused by lordosis, over time, can lead to persistent nerve damage that becomes difficult to control.
With the passage of time, functional disability can also occur, seriously affecting the person’s quality of life and independence. Over time, beyond chronic pain, it can also affect posture and increase the risk of injury with only minimal exertion.
How can a chiropractor help you?
A chiropractor will perform a complete physical examination to determine the origin and type of lordosis you suffer from. From this study and taking into account the conditions will proceed to make the necessary chiropractic adjustments to relieve pain and inflammation.
Through these adjustments the chiropractor can help restore joint motion and reduce muscle tension and spasm. This is achieved by improving the function and mobility of people, as the range of motion is improved by being able to move more freely and without pain.
The chiropractor will also help you identify any postural imbalances in your spine and correct them. This can be done through adjustments, but also through exercises recommended by the chiropractor.
Finally, the chiropractor will also help you with some tips that can improve your lifestyle to maintain long-term wellness.
What to expect from your first chiropractic visit?
On your first visit to our chiropractic center in Barcelona we will perform a complete physical examination to determine the degree and type of lordosis you suffer from. Each patient presents unique conditions, not only of body alignment, but also of joint mobility that may require different adjustments for spinal care.
When we have the complete study we will tell you how we can proceed to solve your lordosis problems and find immediate relief for your pain. As this is a personalized study we make sure that the treatment to be received is the most appropriate for each of our patients.
Book your appointment to assess your position
Visit our website and make a reservation so we can assess your posture and address lordosis problems. Some back problems do not hurt in the early stages, but they can be identified and corrected so that they do not develop into major problems over time.
As with any other type of problem or illness, carrying out the indicated treatment as soon as possible helps the person to have a faster recovery and also to prevent future problems.
We work with the best chiropractors in Barcelona so you can improve your body health with confidence. Come and meet us and ask in our chiropractic office if you have any questions about treatments or how we work. Improving your postural health is very important to avoid developing serious problems over time and now you have the easiest way to achieve it thanks to our chiropractic center in Barcelona.
