Presentation
A 28-year-old woman presented to hospital after an episode of severe lower back spasms that occurred during a stressful family gathering. She had a history of progressive difficulty bending forward and increasing lumbar lordosis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Entire Body System
- Inflammation
Discitis is inflammation of intervertebral disc space. Kyphosis (eg 'humpback') may force the low back to compensate for the imbalance created by a curve occurring at a higher level of the spine. [spineuniverse.com]
Lordosis may develop during childhood as a benign condition, or may develop later in life as a result of poor posture, osteoporosis, obesity, discitis (inflammation of the intervertebral discs) or spondylolisthesis (mal-alignment of the vertebrae). [precisionorthosports.com]
These include achondroplasia, a disorder where bones do not grow properly; spondylolisthesis, a slippage of the vertebrae; or discitis, inflammation of the disc space between bones of the spine that may be the result of an infection. [coastalspine.com]
*Discitis is inflammation of intervertebral disc space. *Kyphosis (eg ‘humpback’) may force the low back to compensate for the imbalance created by a curve occurring at a higher level of the spine. [podiatryfirst.com.au]
Inflammation of the disc space between the bones of the spine most often caused by infection Benign (harmless) juvenile lordosis The following conditions can cause kyphosis: Abnormal vertebrae development in utero (congenital kyphosis) Poor posture or [webmd.com]
- Asymptomatic
METHODS: Thirteen asymptomatic participants (9 male, 4 female) were instructed to perform 6 trunk stabilization exercises using a neutral position and increasing lumbar lordosis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
– Dangaria et al., 1998 Data analysis compared the CSA (cross-section area) between the symptomatic and asymptomatic sides. [mskneurology.com]
- Fatigue
Lordosis Symptoms Inward curve of the spine, which is most easily observed by lying down on a hard surface to see the gap between the low back and the surface Pronounced buttocks Fatigue Back pain Loss of range-of-motion Tenderness in the spine Stiffness [coastalspine.com]
[…] does not change when you bend forward Back pain and discomfort Problems moving certain ways Symptoms of kyphosis are usually visible in nature and include: Bending forward of the head compared to the rest of the body Hump or curve to the upper back Fatigue [webmd.com]
Fatigue failure of spinal tissues can occur rapidly when the torso is fully flexed during occupational lifting tasks; however, many thousands of cycles can be tolerated in a neutral posture. – S. [mskneurology.com]
Cardiovascular
- Hypertension
Hypertension, confusion, lethargy, pain, dizziness, nausea, and possible insomnia can arise. [cellaxys.com]
Neurologic
- Confusion
Hypertension, confusion, lethargy, pain, dizziness, nausea, and possible insomnia can arise. [cellaxys.com]
However, the literature in this area is confusing due to considerable variations regarding the exact definitions of LBP as well as recovery. [mskneurology.com]
Treatment
In the treatment group 1, statistically significant differences were found in all X-ray markings. Twenty-nine of 35 members have a lordosis after treatment compared to 11 of 35 before treatment. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Most people with lordosis don’t require medical treatment unless it’s a severe case. Treatment for lordosis will depend on how severe your curve is and the presence of other symptoms. [healthline.com]
Treatment for lordosis may include: Medication to relieve pain and swelling Exercise and physical therapy to increase muscle strength and flexibility Wearing a back brace Weight loss Surgery Treatment for kyphosis may include: Exercise and anti-inflammatory [webmd.com]
Etiology
The etiology and treatment of this disorder is still a matter of debate. Our case further throws more light on the pathogenesis and treatment of this disorder. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Prevention
Postural physical therapy is often used to alleviate any pressure on the nerves and prevent further curvature. [cellaxys.com]
CONCLUSIONS: Improved lumbar lordosis is correlated with a lower incidence of ASD, and adequate disc height and segmental lordosis restoration are essential for ASD prevention. Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Bracing can help prevent the curve from getting worse. Surgery. If the curve is severe and is getting worse, surgery is sometimes needed. Body casting. A cast is placed from the shoulders to the lower trunk while the child is under anesthesia. [webmd.com]
Early treatment can prevent future complications such as chronic back pain or arthritis. [precisionorthosports.com]