Definitions for lordosis
lɔrˈdoʊ sɪslor·do·sis

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lordosis, hollow-backnoun

   an abnormal inward (forward) curvature of the vertebral column

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lordosisnoun

   An excessive curvature of the spine, causing a hollow in the back.

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1. lordosis

   Lordosis is a medical term that refers to the excessive inward curvature of the spine, usually in the lower back (lumbar) or neck (cervical) region. It is also sometimes referred to as sway back. While a certain degree of curvature is normal in the spine, lordosis refers to an exaggerated curvature. This condition can lead to excess pressure on the spine, causing pain and discomfort. It can be caused by various factors including poor posture, obesity, osteoporosis, or congenital conditions. Treatment may include physical therapy, medication, or in more severe cases, surgery.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Lordosisnoun

   a curvature of the spine forwards, usually in the lumbar region

2. Lordosisnoun

   any abnormal curvature of the bones

3. Etymology: [NL., fr. Gr. , fr. bent so as to be convex in front.]

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1. Lordosis

   Lordosis is the inward curvature of a portion of the lumbar and cervical vertebral column. Two segments of the vertebral column, namely cervical and lumbar, are normally lordotic, that is, they are set in a curve that has its convexity anteriorly and concavity posteriorly, in the context of human anatomy. When referring to the anatomy of other mammals, the direction of the curve is termed ventral. Curvature in the opposite direction, that is, apex posteriorly or dorsally is termed kyphosis. Excessive or hyperlordosis is commonly referred to as swayback or saddle back, a term that originates from the similar condition that arises in some horses. A major factor of lordosis is anterior pelvic tilt, when the pelvis tips forward when resting on top of the femurs.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Lordosis

   lor-dō′sis, n. abnormal curvature of the spinal column, the convexity towards the front.

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Lordosis

   The anterior concavity in the curvature of the lumbar and cervical spine as viewed from the side. The term usually refers to abnormally increased curvature (hollow back, saddle back, swayback). It does not include lordosis as normal mating posture in certain animals ( = POSTURE + SEX BEHAVIOR, ANIMAL).

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   Daniel

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   Libby

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   Karen

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of lordosis in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of lordosis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=lordosis
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lordosis
3. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lordosis
5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=lordosis
6. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=lordosis