The human spine consists of two lordosis and kyphosis. This is the natural arrangement of the spinal column. However, sometimes such bends have too much or too little curvature. This indicates the development of pathology. This shape of the spine greatly affects the spine and posture of a person. With a neglected form of pathology, this leads not only to pain, but also to a deterioration in the performance of organs. That is why complex treatment is required to prevent the development of complications.
Features of the disease
Lordosis has a slight bulge, facing slightly forward. It can be in the lumbar and cervical spine. Under the influence of unfavorable factors, hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine may develop, which differs from the physiological variety in terms of its bend.
Incorrect bending in this case causes damage to the vertebrae or muscles of the back, as well as the hip joints. Pathology causes a lot of inconvenience, and also provokes damage to internal organs.
Main classification
There are several signs by which hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine is grouped. On the basis of the causes of occurrence, there is a primary and secondary type of disease. The first variety is provoked by pathological changes in the spinal column. The second type of curvature refers to the compensatory type, as it is provoked by the non-physiological position of the body.
Doctors identify forms of lumbar hyperlordosis, the photo of which helps to recognize the course of the pathology and treat it in a timely manner. In particular, there may be a congenital and acquired disorder. The congenital form is quite rare, and the acquired form occurs as a result of various diseases, injuries and developmental anomalies.
Formed humps always lead to the appearance of hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine. They develop against the background of tuberculosis of the spine and with severe rickets. Strengthening the bending of the spine in this case acts as a compensatory reaction. However, it quickly develops into a pathology.
Causes of occurrence
Hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine, the photo of which allows you to clearly see what exactly characterizes this pathology, is a defect that manifests itself in the main deflection of the lumbar region in the directionforward. There are several provoking factors that lead to the development of this disease. Among them, it is necessary to highlight such as:
- leg and back injuries;
- rickets;
- presence of congenital anomalies;
- presence of pathologies accompanied by muscle paralysis;
- osteochondrosis;
- spondylosis of the spine.
In addition, there is a physiological reason for the development of such a pathology. This is due to the rapid growth of adolescents, when the muscle tissue cannot fully form a kind of corset. As a result of this, not quite the correct load appears and the posture deteriorates. Such a problem must be urgently treated, as it can lead to serious complications and various kinds of pathologies. The doctor determines the tactics of therapy individually for each patient.
Intensification of bending in pathology
There are several separate signs that make it possible to understand that a person has hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine. The diagnosis is established only during the examination by a doctor. He may notice signs such as:
- belly sticks out pretty much;
- legs slightly apart;
- buttocks and pelvis set back;
- strong lower back muscles;
- sleep hard and lie on stomach;
- it's hard enough to lean forward;
- if you lie on your back, there is quite a large space between the floor and the lower back.
If you do not start treating the disease after the appearancethe first signs, then more serious deviations and disorders may gradually develop. If symptoms of a pathology occur, you should definitely consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Smoothness of the bend in pathology
The opposite violation, when the lumbar lordosis is smoothed, is considered a no less dangerous condition. He also has certain symptoms. Signs of a violation can be distinguished by a doctor during an examination. With a smoothed lordosis, such signs are observed as:
- a person feels constant pain in the back and neck;
- back gradually becomes completely flat;
- increased fatigue;
- numbness is observed in the area of pathology development;
- gait slightly changed.
If the first signs appear, then it is necessary to treat the smoothed type of curvature. The patient is assigned a whole range of special procedures, as well as therapeutic exercises, depending on the severity and characteristics of the course of the disease.
Symptomatics
Symptoms of hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine are quite characteristic, and it can be easily recognized. With the development and course of pathology, a person will feel intense pain in the affected area. They can escalate periodically.
In addition, hyperlordosis of the lumbar sacral spine provokes severe disorders in the work of many internal organs, as well as problems with the muscles of the legs. Such a pathology threatens with very complex cosmetic disorders, since from the side the legs look quitestrange. It is worth noting that other signs include such as:
- human legs are quite wide apart;
- buttocks stick out;
- muscle tension is noted;
- it is difficult for a person to bend over.
Doctors say that in the presence of such a problem, a person will show a kind of expansion of the bone segment in the lower back, the back muscles get very tired with various kinds of loads. Naturally, all this affects the quality of the gait, significantly worsening it.
Diagnostics
People suffering from hyperlordosis note the presence of pain of varying severity. Discomfort is mainly localized in the lumbar and sacral region, and they are aggravated after prolonged sitting or being immobile. Severe pain may indicate a pinched spinal nerve.
For diagnostics, a person must stand with his back to the wall. The doctor needs to stick his hand into the gap between the wall and the lower back. In the presence of hyperlordosis in a person, there should be free space between the arm and the wall. To confirm the diagnosis, an additional x-ray is needed. Pictures must be taken in lateral projection.
Tomography allows you to determine the accompanying changes in the nerve endings, intervertebral discs or vertebrae, which makes it possible to choose the most appropriate method of therapy.
Feature of treatment
Treatment of hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine is required quiteprolonged. The curvature of the spinal column and the destruction of the disks cannot be quickly restored. First of all, you need to normalize the daily routine.
To comprehensively strengthen the body, moderate physical activity is required. You also need to make sure that your posture is always straight. It is necessary to normalize the mode of rest and work. Sitting on a chair, it is important to watch the spine.
Treatment of lumbar lordosis involves analgesic and anti-inflammatory therapy. This will help eliminate unpleasant symptoms and speed up the process of recovery and rehabilitation. Manual therapy sessions are also recommended. Water procedures will be a very good method of treatment. They help relieve the spine and put the vertebrae in place.
Often, doctors recommend sessions of therapeutic massage. This has a general strengthening effect on the entire body. It is possible to supplement the treatment of hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine with various methods of physiotherapy, among which it is necessary to highlight such as:
- electrophoresis;
- ultrasound therapy;
- magnetotherapy.
You can normalize your well-being by using a special orthopedic mattress, which is selected individually for patients. In some cases, surgery may be required.
Medicated treatment
If during the course of the pathology severe pain is disturbing, then it is recommended to take anti-inflammatory drugs in tablets, in particular,such as Aroxis. Intense pain can be eliminated with injections of Movalis. Additionally, you can also apply a cream, gel or ointment "Diclofenac", "Dolobene", "Ketonade".
For the treatment of lumbar hyperlordosis, intramuscular muscle relaxants are used to help eliminate spasms. In particular, drugs such as Mydocalm or Sirdalud are prescribed.
Numbness and neurological pain can be relieved with vitamin B. It is best to initially inject them intramuscularly for 10 days. In addition, chondroprotectors are required.
Wearing a corset
Doctors have an ambiguous opinion on the treatment of postural disorders with a corset. Constant stay in a corset can provoke hypotonia and muscle atrophy, as they stop working normally. Thus, the problem starts to get worse.
Wearing a corset is indicated during pregnancy or complex lesions of the vertebrae to prevent their excessive mobility.
Therapeutic exercise
Exercises for lumbar hyperlordosis can eliminate the pathology, but they are selected strictly individually, depending on the degree of damage and the course of the pathology. There are certain rules and principles for performing therapeutic exercises.
You need to start the complex with a minimum load, gradually increasing the complexity of the movements performed. There should be no pain during exercise. If adiscomfort appears, the heartbeat quickens or dizziness is observed, then the gymnastics should be stopped.
During the classes, the emotional state of the patient must remain stable. Coercion to perform a medical complex is completely unacceptable. With hyperlordosis of the lumbar spine, exercises should be carried out only after a light warm-up. Joints need to be prepared for the implementation of the prescribed medical complex. It includes basic and additional types of training.
Exercise will only work if you do it regularly. It is also advisable to do this at the same time. At the end of the treatment complex, a feeling of slight fatigue should appear.
If possible, you need to visit special medical and preventive institutions that have rooms with special equipment. This will allow you to go through rehabilitation much faster and normalize your well-being. To perform the treatment complex, you need to select comfortable clothes and orthopedic shoes. It is important to pay attention to the lower back, as it must be well insulated.
Surgery
In case of severe hyperlordosis, an operation is indicated. During surgery, the vertebrae are fixed and strengthened by using special metal structures. The decision regarding the operation is made by the doctor purely individually.
Possible Complications
Like any otherdisease, hyperlordosis can provoke various kinds of complications. If treatment is not carried out in a timely manner, the consequences can seriously worsen a person's well-being. The main complications should include such as:
- occurrence of muscle inflammation;
- spondylarthrosis;
- dropping discs;
- spinal instability;
- squeezing the spinal cord;
- intervertebral hernia.
It should be understood that the method of treatment is selected strictly individually. The doctor monitors the patient throughout the entire period of therapy and, if necessary, corrects it. It is important to remember that the treatment of pathology should be carried out as quickly as possible, since the more time is lost, the more noticeable problems will be.
