Podcast Summary:
In this focused episode, Dr. Tony Nalda explores the often overlooked condition of hypolordosis—a loss of normal spinal curvature—explaining what it is, why it matters, and how it affects both spinal health and scoliosis management.

Normal spinal curves: From the side (sagittal view), the cervical and lumbar sections should have a forward-bending curvature called lordosis, while the mid-back (thoracic) has a gentle curve backward called kyphosis.

The ideal cervical lordosis is about 40° (normal range ~25–45°), and lumbar lordosis also centers around 40° (with a range of ~30–60°).

Terms to know:

Hypolordosis—a flattening or loss of normal curve (“less than normal” curvature).

Hyperlordosis—excessive forward curvature (“too much” curvature).

"Military neck"—an extreme form of cervical hypolordosis.

Flat-back syndrome—when thoracic kyphosis diminishes, often paired with cervical flattening.

The spine's natural curves act like a spring system, absorbing force and protecting joints, discs, nerves, and spinal tissue.

Loss of curve reduces shock-absorption, increasing stress and degeneration (often mislabeled as "arthritis").

In the neck:

Flattened curves diminish protection of nerve tissue and spinal cord.

Associations include headaches, neck pain, arm pain or weakness, and decreased nerve function.

Degeneration accelerates in these flattened segments.

At the Scoliosis Reduction Center, the aim is full 3D spinal realignment—front-to-back and side-to-side:

Identify and restore lost curves in cervical and lumbar areas.

Integrate posture correction with scoliosis-specific care.

Use therapies focused on strengthening, mobilization, and support to maintain alignment.

If you’ve been told your spine is too straight or “kept your vertebrae from being bent backward,” ask about sagittal alignment or hypolordosis.

A full 3D spinal evaluation—sagittal curves and scoliosis—is crucial.

Consider therapeutic methods aimed at restoring normal curves: posture exercises, manual therapy, and back-support systems.

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