5 Exercises to Correct an Anterior Pelvic Tilt to Get Rid of Hip & Lower Back Pain
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5 Exercises to Correct an Anterior Pelvic Tilt to Get Rid of Hip & Lower Back Pain
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graphic anatomical representation of anterior pelvic tilt
A good posture indicates proper distribution of stress to the intended muscles and ligaments. The muscles work efficiently while the joints teardown is reduced – leading to normal functionality of the nervous system as well as the vital organs.
Improper postures develop due to tightening of muscles or weak core muscles that are incapable of holding and properly aligning the torso and hips.
Anterior Pelvic Tilt (also called as Lower Crossed Syndrome) is a typical postural imbalance, where your pelvis is tilted forward from your spine. This in effect, pulls the lumbar spine into lordosis, making your glutes stick out. The prolonged stretching of the abdominal muscles, glutes and hamstrings caused by the pull, leads to an extremely weakened anterior core.
Anterior Pelvic Tilt or APT occurs from inactivity, muscular imbalances, or poor neural control of the posture. The hip flexor group of muscles become exhausted and lose flexibility, while the rear muscles supporting the pelvis, weakens.
For instance, locking the knees in a straightened position while standing, leads to the tightening of the front pelvic muscles- tensor fascia latae (TFL) and rectus femoris. This habitual tightness creates an increase in the lordotic curve of the spine, stresses the tissues attached to the vertebrae, and leads to APT.
