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What causes Lordosis? How can we overcome the problem of lordosis with the help of exercise programme?

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Lordosis:

Lordosis is the inward curvature of spine. In fact, it is an increased forward curve in the lumber region. It creates problem in standing and walking. The body seems to be stiff. The individual feels shame and inferiority. Lordosis can be corrected in early stage.

Causes of Lordosis

Generally imbalanced diet, improper environment, improper development of muscles, obesity and diseases affecting vertebrae and spinal muscles are such causes which result in lordosis. In addition to these causes, not performing exercises and taking excessive food are also major causes of lordosis.

For the remedy of lordosis, the following exercises should be performed:

  1. From standing position, bend forward from hip level. Repeat this exercise for 10 times.
  2. Lie down on your back, raise your head and legs simultaneously for 10 times.
  3. Perform sit-ups regularly.
  4. Halasana should be performed regularly.
  5. You should lie down in supine position, i.e., on your back, then should raise your legs at 45 degree angle. Remain in this position for some time.
  6. Toe-touching should be performed for at least 10 times.
  7. Sit down and extend your legs forward. Try to touch your forehead to your knees. Repeat this exercise for 10 times.
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Causes of Lordosis: The main cause is habit formation during growing period. This is generally the result of overeating and lack of exercise. In adults, it is mainly due to loose abdominal wall. In some cases hips are thrust forward, the curve increases in order to throw the upper trunk back into balance. The muscles of the lower back are shortened and abdominal muscles are elongated. 

Preventive and remedial measures of lordosis: 

(a) It is necessary to develop the strength of abdontinal muscles. 

(b) Exercise should be undertaken to control the position of pelvis. 

(c) Regular exercise is recommended. 

(d) Lying on your back and lifting feet vertically overhead. 

(e) Perform Halasana. 

(f) Perform Paschimuttan asana. 

(g) Sitting on a chair/table bring the head/nose close to the knees. 

(h) Do sit-ups slowly.

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