2. Incorrect posture
Poor posture is a symptom of lumbar lordosis because it is a visible indication that something is wrong. A healthy spine is straight. If a person can’t stand straight on a regular basis, it is because the muscles are exhausted from working too hard. They are overworked because of spinal irregularities.
The doctor will do a visual inspection and ask the person to stand sideways so that they can see their profile. A healthy spine has a slight “S” curve to it. If the curve is too pronounced or exaggerated you will be diagnosed with hyperlordosis. Kyphosis (a hump on your upper back) and scoliosis (curvature of the spine) can also be discovered through an examination of incorrect posture.
Over time, poor posture can cause actual anatomical changes to your back. You will want to have any abnormalities corrected as soon as possible so that they don’t create any bigger and more painful issues as you age.