As a scoliosis chiropractor known worldwide for his expertise, Dr. Tony Nalda shares insights and hope for patients and parents who have received a scoliosis diagnosis. Traditional scoliosis treatments prescribe years of "watching and waiting" instead of decisive action. Patients can be told to wear cumbersome, embarrassing braces for 20 or more hours a day. Eventually, expensive, invasive surgery often becomes the only option for treatment. It doesnât have to be this way! The chiropractic-centered approach to treating scoliosis is proactive, effective and hopeful. In this podcast, Dr. Tony Nalda describes the realities of scoliosis and busts some of the more prevalent myths about treating the condition. But my primary goal is to give patients and parents hope. Surgery can often times be avoided. Treatment can be proactive and effective. Spinal curvatures can be reduced. Patients can live rich, full, and active lives.
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As a scoliosis chiropractor known worldwide for his expertise, Dr. Tony Nalda shares insights and hope for patients and parents who have received a scoliosis diagnosis. Traditional scoliosis treatments prescribe years of "watching and waiting" instead of decisive action. Patients can be told to wear cumbersome, embarrassing braces for 20 or more hours a day. Eventually, expensive, invasive surgery often becomes the only option for treatment. It doesnât have to be this way! The chiropractic-centered approach to treating scoliosis is proactive, effective and hopeful. In this podcast, Dr. Tony Nalda describes the realities of scoliosis and busts some of the more prevalent myths about treating the condition. But my primary goal is to give patients and parents hope. Surgery can often times be avoided. Treatment can be proactive and effective. Spinal curvatures can be reduced. Patients can live rich, full, and active lives.
Episode 165: What is Hypolordosis? What Does It Mean?
Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda
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Episode 165: What is Hypolordosis? What Does It Mean?
đď¸ Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda
Episode Title: What Is Hypolordosis?
Podcast Summary:In this focused episode, Dr. Tony Nalda explores the often overlooked condition of hypolordosisâa loss of normal spinal curvatureâexplaining what it is, why it matters, and how it affects both spinal health and scoliosis management.
đ Understanding Hypolordosis
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 ~25â45°), and lumbar lordosis also centers around 40° (with a range of ~30â60°).
â When Normal Curves Are Lost
Terms to know:
Hypolordosisâa flattening or loss of normal curve (âless than normalâ curvature).
"Military neck"âan extreme form of cervical hypolordosis.
Flat-back syndromeâwhen thoracic kyphosis diminishes, often paired with cervical flattening.
âłď¸ Why Hypolordosis Isn't Harmless
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.
đ ď¸ Treatment Approach
At the Scoliosis Reduction Center, the aim is full 3D spinal realignmentâfront-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.
𧊠Key Takeaways
Insight
Explanation
đĄ Hypolordosis is more than posture
It can lead to spinal degeneration, pain, and neurological issues.
đ§ Curves matter
Normal curvature is essential for force distribution and nervous system health.
đ Fixing curves aids scoliosis treatment
Restoring normal sagittal alignment strengthens and protects the spine long-term.
đŻ Next Steps for Patients
If youâve been told your spine is too straight or âkept your vertebrae from being bent backward,â ask about sagittal alignment or hypolordosis.
A full 3D spinal evaluationâsagittal curves and scoliosisâis crucial.
Consider therapeutic methods aimed at restoring normal curves: posture exercises, manual therapy, and back-support systems.
đ Free Resource
To learn more about integrative, non-surgical approaches:Download our guide: How to Effectively Treat Scoliosisâ ScoliosisReductionCenter.com/free
For personalized care strategies, visit:đ ScoliosisReductionCenter.com
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As a scoliosis chiropractor known worldwide for his expertise, Dr. Tony Nalda shares insights and hope for patients and parents who have received a scoliosis diagnosis. Traditional scoliosis treatments prescribe years of "watching and waiting" instead of decisive action. Patients can be told to wear cumbersome, embarrassing braces for 20 or more hours a day. Eventually, expensive, invasive surgery often becomes the only option for treatment. It doesnât have to be this way! The chiropractic-centered approach to treating scoliosis is proactive, effective and hopeful. In this podcast, Dr. Tony Nalda describes the realities of scoliosis and busts some of the more prevalent myths about treating the condition. But my primary goal is to give patients and parents hope. Surgery can often times be avoided. Treatment can be proactive and effective. Spinal curvatures can be reduced. Patients can live rich, full, and active lives.
