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  2. Pelvic tilt - Wikipedia

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    A visual comparison between a neutral and anterior pelvic tilt and how it can affect height. Pelvic tilt is the orientation of the pelvis in respect to the thighbones and the rest of the body. The pelvis can tilt towards the front, back, or either side of the body. [1] Anterior pelvic tilt and posterior pelvic tilt are very common abnormalities ...

  3. Lordosis - Wikipedia

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    Lumbar hyperlordosis (also known as anterior pelvic tilt) has a noticeable impact on the height of individuals with this medical issue, a height loss of 0.5–2.5 inches (1.27–6.35 centimeters) is common. [12]

  4. Lordosis behavior - Wikipedia

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    The posture moves the pelvic tilt in an anterior direction, with the posterior pelvis rising up, the bottom angling backward and the front angling downward. Lordosis aids in copulation as it elevates the hips, thereby facilitating penetration by the penis .

  5. Pelvic lift - Wikipedia

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    Pelvic lift (Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cdc.gov) Pelvic lift (also known as pelvic tilt) is an exercise to strengthen the lower back, [1] glute muscles, lower abdominal muscles, and maintain hip muscle balance. It does not require weights, although they can be placed on the stomach. [2]

  6. Acetabular labrum tear - Wikipedia

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    The top leg is raised keeping the knee and hip straight; especially effective where there is an anterior pelvic tilt. [11] A tight hip flexor may be stretched by using a kneeling hip flexor stretch that targets the iliopsoas. [citation needed] Stretching before exercise will affect the cartilage through "creep".

  7. Thomas test - Wikipedia

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    Once the pelvis begins to tilt anteriorly, stop the passive range of motion, hold the affected thigh in this position, and measure the angle between the affected thigh and table to reveal the fixed flexion deformity of the hip. It is important to control the pelvic tilt to ensure that the Thomas test is valid for evaluating peak hip extension ...

  8. Retroverted uterus - Wikipedia

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    A retroverted uterus (tilted uterus, tipped uterus) is a uterus that is oriented posteriorly, towards the rectum in the back of the body. This is in contrast to the typical uterus, which is oriented forward (slightly "anteverted") toward the bladder, with the anterior part slightly concave.

  9. Abdominal distension - Wikipedia

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    Anterior pelvic tilt (lower cross syndrome) Persistent or recurrent bloating may be caused by intestinal parasites, other infections, or other medical conditions.