Lower back pain when sitting? This could be the cause

Lower back pain can happen during many activities, including when you’re sitting down. It’s very likely that you or someone you know is dealing with lower back pain right now. The majority of American adults will deal with lower back pain in their lifetime. Many issues could be the source of your lower back pain when sitting. One of these is a condition called hyperlordosis.

What is hyperlordosis?

Your spine has several natural curves that give it the shape of an “s.” These curves help to distribute the body’s weight more evenly across the spine. 

Hyperlordosis is a medical condition in which the lower spine has a larger than normal inward curve. The condition is commonly called swayback or saddleback because of this curving, and it can lead to increased pressure on the lower back or lumbar area.

What causes hyperlordosis?

The most common cause of hyperlordosis is sitting or standing with poor posture. However, there are many other factors that can lead to this condition. Obesity places more pressure on the spine and other parts of your body, which has been known to lead to swayback. It’s also common for pregnancy to cause temporary hyperlordosis in women, which may occur to help the body support the extra weight of the fetus.

Some other factors that can lead to the development of hyperlordosis include: 

• Rickets — a softening and weakening of the bones because of a lack of vitamin D.
• Wearing high-heeled shoes
• Spinal injuries
• Neuromuscular conditions
• Weak core muscles

What are the symptoms of hyperlordosis?

The extra stress that hyperlordosis places on the lower back can easily lead to pain in this area when sitting for long periods of time. Also, people with hyperlordosis might notice that their stomach is protruding more than usual even though they haven’t gained any weight. You might also notice that your buttocks stick out further than usual. Many people can even see the c-shaped curve this condition causes when looking at a side view of themselves. 

SSOR in Prairie Village, KS, can help treat hyperlordosis and other causes of lower back pain

Our SSOR physical therapy team in Prairie Village, Kansas, is ready to help you with lower back pain. We can start by offering you a complimentary screening. Our one-on-one screening process is designed to help us pinpoint the source of your pain. Then, we can create a personalized therapy plan for you, which can help reduce your pain. 

Contact us today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment to begin treating your lower back pain.