Test: Lumbar Posture

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Background/Purpose

Lumbar spine posture is closely related to pelvis and hip function.

Procedure

Clinician evaluates the subject from the front and side.
There should be a gradual lordosis in the lumbar spine.
There should be no lateral curves (scoliosis).
Performed: Bilaterally

Dialog

Standing lumbar postural assessment

Criteria

• Gradual lordosis
• No lateral curves

Measurement

LOINC Code

0

Scale/Grading

Pass/Fail