lordosis

lordosis definition - medical

lor·do·sis (lôr-dōˈsĭs)

noun
An abnormal forward curvature of the spine in the lumbar region. Also called hollow back, saddle back.

Related Forms:

  • lor·dotˈic (-dŏtˈĭk) adjective

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