Understanding Postural Imbalances: Lordosis, Kyphosis, Sway Back & Military Stance #218264 (License: Personal Use)

The diagram illustrates four key postural deviations: classic lordosis (anteriorly tilted pelvis with tight hip flexors and lumbar extensors), kyphosis/lordosis (rounded upper back with compensatory lumbar curve), sway back (posteriorly tilted pelvis with anterior displacement), and military posture (exaggerated rigidity with overall muscle tightness). Color coding indicates muscle status: red = tight, orange = usually tight, blue = weak, helping clinicians and patients identify dysfunction patterns for targeted correction.

Used in physical therapy, chiropractic, fitness, and orthopedic educational content to explain biomechanical causes of pain and dysfunction; supports user intent to self-diagnose posture issues or understand treatment rationale.