Pelvic tilt
Pelvic tilt is the orientation of the pelvis in respect to the thigh bones and the rest of the body. The pelvic tilt angle, which can be measured using various methods, is an important bio-mechanical concept due to its strong correlation with posture and the potential for lower back pain.
Pronunciation
Pelvic tilt: /ˈpɛlvɪk tɪlt/
Etymology
The term "pelvic tilt" is derived from the Latin pelvis, meaning "basin", and the Old English tiltian, meaning "to tip or incline".
Types of Pelvic Tilt
There are three types of pelvic tilt: anterior, posterior, and lateral.
- Anterior pelvic tilt is characterized by a forward rotation of the pelvic bone, causing the front of the pelvis to drop and the back to rise. This is often associated with an exaggerated lumbar curve and can lead to lower back pain.
- Posterior pelvic tilt is the opposite of anterior tilt, with the front of the pelvis rising and the back dropping. This can result in a flattened lumbar curve.
- Lateral pelvic tilt involves a sideways tilt of the pelvis, which can lead to imbalances in the body and potential pain or discomfort.
Related Terms
- Pelvis
- Posture
- Lumbar curve
- Lower back pain
- Anterior pelvic tilt
- Posterior pelvic tilt
- Lateral pelvic tilt
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pelvic tilt
- Wikipedia's article - Pelvic tilt
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