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The Natural Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke estimates that nearly 80% of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives. The condition indiscriminately affects people of all genders, and is reportedly the basis for a most job-related injury. The majority of back pains are mechanical in nature with spinal curvature disorders like lordosis, scoliosis, and kyphosis ranking high among the common causes of back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lumbar lordosis occurs when the spinal curve around the lower back arches inward too far compromising the spine\u2019s natural S-shape. Lordosis subjects the spine to too much pressure causing acute back pains and discomfort to the patient. Severe cases of lumbar lordosis can impair a person\u2019s mobility or tamper with their neutral posture altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lordosis treatment varies with the severity of the condition. Maintaining good static and dynamic postures can save you from enduring agonizing back pains in the long run. However, here are 8 Home Remedies to Relieve Lumbar Lordosis; <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Vitamin D intake <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Vitamin D<\/a> deficiency is important to any person\u2019s immune system and is responsible for the formation of strong healthy bones. The sunshine vitamin is synthesized in the skin through exposure to sunlight. Additionally, one can also boost their Vitamin D levels through the intake of certain food rich in the supplement.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inadequate levels of vitamin D causes rickets among children between the ages of 6 to 36 months. A severe case of rickets is known to cause multiple skeletal deformities like lordosis. Research has linked insufficient levels of vitamin D to low back pain- a symptom of lordosis- especially in postmenopausal women. Boosting your vitamin D levels is crucial in preventing lordosis caused by rickets. Among the foods rich in vitamin D include fatty fish like tuna, food fortified with vitamin D, beef liver, cheese, among others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. A meal of Kale (Vitamin K)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It might not be your favorite meal, but kale is among the most nutritious foods you can ever partake. Kale is loaded with vitamin K<\/a> responsible for bone metabolism among other vital functions. A healthy meal of kales will strengthen your bone mass big time by enhancing collagen production necessary for muscle, tissue and bone development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increasing your kale intake will go a long way in enhancing your bone density and preventing brittleness. A diet of kales works best when backed with other physical therapies for correcting spinal curvature disorders. If you are looking to speed up spine injury recovery, it is best that you consider incorporating a healthy diet of greens. Other vegetables rich in vitamin K include spinach, turnip greens, collard, chard, black mustard seed, etc.  Prunes, Kiwi, Avocado, blackberries, pomegranate, dried figs, and sun-dried tomatoes can also do the trick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Heat and Ice treatments <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Icing and heating are tested and proven hacks for reducing inflammation of an injury <\/a>area within the first 48 to 72 hours. Upon incurring an injury, torrents of fluid and white blood cells rush to the inflamed area causing swelling. The goal of icing is to reduce the swelling to avoid further damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After icing the injury area, you can then introduce a little heat then alternate the two \u201ctreatment options\u201d as you monitor your recovery. Icing and heating help prevent the spondylolisthesis-common cause of lordosis- that often occurs as a result of overstretching during sessions of intense physical therapy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heat can be used to warm up the muscles before working out to avoid injury. Upon completing your workout, you can then ice the muscles to reduce or prevent swelling and inflammations. Note that heating and icing options only help reduce the pain but they do not necessarily treat the underlying problem. It is, therefore, important to consult your doctor when swelling and inflammation persist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Physical therapy <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Physical therapy<\/a> tailored to an individual\u2019s condition and extent of back pain, especially when the pain is as a result of lordosis can undoubtedly help with their recovery big time. A good physical therapy routine would involve a combination of stretches, strengthening exercises, together with aerobic conditioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experts suggest that actively engaging in rehabilitation physical exercise helps manage severe back pains and neck pain as well. Physical therapy should be customized to exercise the patient\u2019s known weak points and help them regain lost bone and muscle strength. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The general exercise routine comes with vast benefits to the body and brain. Exercising regularly helps with muscular strength and increases flexibility. It also helps stimulate the flow of blood to different parts of the body thus accelerating the healing process and reducing muscle stiffness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When stretches are done right they can correct the abnormal inward curvature of the spine and help restore a person\u2019s upright posture in the long run. Also, note that it is important to exercise after a spinal injury and not just rest and \u201cawait\u201d recovery as this might lead to severe lordosis that is hard to correct. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Yoga<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yoga <\/a>is known to incite dozens of lasting physical, mental, and general health and well-being benefits. Yoga stretches and positions help strengthen the back muscles and trigger both muscle and joint flexibility. It helps alleviate severe muscle tension, incite proper body alignment and while at it maintain the spine\u2019s natural curvature.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several credible studies that link yoga and standard physical therapy to reducing and treating lower back pain. There is certain yoga therapy particularly tailored for back pain and stress relief that has been proven to work just fine. If you are new to yoga it is recommended that you take yoga classes to familiarize yourself with the basics after which you can purchase yoga DVDs to practice at home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, you don\u2019t have to be a staunch yoga adherent stuck in yoga pants all day to achieve the vast benefits of yoga therapy. If you can commit to 60 hours of yoga every week you stand a chance of enjoying these benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Minding your sitting time and posture <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Aspects of the static and dynamic postures are an integral part of the spine\u2019s health. Poor sitting positions together with odd walking posture lead to the straining of the spine which subsequently results in spine curvature disorder like lordosis. Sitting, for instance, strains the spine and muscles of the back leading to lower back pain<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The office environment is supposedly the most common breeding ground for back pain and multiple spinal disorders. To avoid being a victim, it is recommended that you adhere to frequent standing rest breaks in between your sitting hours and a few stretches as well. It is also important to cut down your sitting hours and allow your back to catch some break. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you must sit for long try avoiding screen-focused sitting posture and adopt a reclining position always. Also important is wearing comfortable shoes preferably low-heeled to avoid straining your spine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Weight loss<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Being overweight is grounds for developing lordosis. Obesity directly affects your posture as the extra weight is bound to overwork your bones particularly the spine and vertebra. Naturally, your spine will realign your center of gravity in response to the additional weight. The process will involve some inward bending of the lumbar hence lumbar lordosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Correcting lordosis caused by obesity will involve taking up weight loss programs that will help with your posture in the long run. Your weight loss<\/a> routine should involve proper dieting and physical exercises tailored to your individual needs. In your weight loss journey, the spine will keep readjusting its curvature to match the frame you are developing into. Other physical therapies like back braces for children and teens might be necessary to help with the changes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Adequate sleep<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Having enough quality sleep at the right time plays an important role in a person\u2019s health and general well-being. Good sleep <\/a>not only helps protect your mental health but also your physical health and quality of your life.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research shows that lack of adequate sleep causes back pain. The human body is known to self-repair from time to time, and sleep is necessary during these episodes of tissue repair and growth. Without sleep strained muscles and bones hardly get the chance to be repaired. It is, therefore, important to have enough sleep long enough to allow these vital repairs to take place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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