Pelvic and back disorders

Pelvic disorders

The pelvis and hips are at the center of our anatomy, halfway between the feet and the eyes, playing a crucial role in our mobility and balance.

Composed of several bones, muscles, ligaments, and joints, they connect the trunk to the lower limbs.

Their complex structure allows for a wide range of movements, from walking and running to more specific movements such as dancing or yoga.

In addition, the pelvis plays an important role in supporting body weight and transmitting the forces generated during physical activity. Its complexity is not without consequence, and the pelvis is the site of multiple dysfunctions:

LLD (Lower Limb Length Discrepancy)

Lower limb length discrepancy (LLD) occurs when the two lower limbs are not exactly the same length. Up to 5 mm of LLD is considered physiological.

The current ILMI is that measured at a given moment in the patient. The predicted ILMI at skeletal maturity is the ILMI that the patient will have when they have finished growing (obtained by calculation).

Epiphysiodesis is the blocking of a growth plate (stopping growth) achieved by surgery, after trauma or after a bone infection.

Chronic pelvic pain

Persistent pain in the pelvic region, often caused by musculoskeletal, gynecological, or urological problems.

Piriformis syndrome

Compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve by the piriformis muscle, causing pain in the lower back and buttocks.

Pelvic arthritis

Inflammation of the pelvic joints, often caused by rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis.

Pubic symphysis

Inflammation of the pubic symphysis, the joint at the front of the pelvis, causing pain and instability.

Painful sacrum syndrome

Pain in the sacrum, the triangular bone at the base of the spine.

Pubalgia

Pain in the groin area, often caused by overuse or injury to the muscles, tendons, or ligaments in the pelvic region. (very common in soccer players)

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction

Dysfunction of the joint between the sacrum and the ilium, causing stiffness in the pelvic region. The causes are varied.

Back disorders (spine, vertebral column)

The spine consists of a series of bones called vertebrae, stacked on top of each other and connected by joints and intervertebral discs. It is responsible for protecting the spinal cord and also allows for mobility and flexibility of the torso.

Spinal pain can manifest in different ways, ranging from mild and temporary pain to intense and chronic pain. It can also spread to other parts of the body, such as the arms, legs, or buttocks.

It is essential to understand and take into account the specific characteristics of each individual when treating back pain. This is because each person may have different risk factors, such as genetics, lifestyle, medical history, and posture habits.

In addition, back pain can have a significant impact on quality of life, affecting the ability to perform daily activities, sleep, and mood.

The treatment of back pain can vary depending on the underlying cause and requires an individualized and multidisciplinary approach in order to improve quality of life and prevent other long-term complications.

There are different types of pathologies or symptoms that are the main reasons for consulting a posturologist:

Low back pain

Pain localized in the lumbar vertebrae.

Back pain or thoracic pain

Pain localized in the dorsal or thoracic region.

Neck pain

Pain localized in the cervical spine.

Scoliosis

Abnormal curvature of the spine. It forms a curve on one side of the back. To determine the extent of the spinal deformity, doctors calculate the Cobb angle. It is measured on a frontal X-ray of the spine.

Hyperkyphosis

Exaggerated thoracic curvature, often causing the shoulders to slump.

Hyperlordosis or lumbar straightness

Exaggerated or reduced lumbar curvature, or “arch.”

And many others…