1. Plural of hyperlordosis; excessive inward curvature of the spine, particularly in the lumbar region, causing an exaggerated arch in the lower back.
Usage: medical/anatomical term; also called excessive lordosis or swayback

Examples

• The physical therapist identified hyperlordoses in several patients with chronic lower back pain.
• Hyperlordoses can develop from poor posture maintained over many years.
• Athletes sometimes develop hyperlordoses due to repetitive strain on the lumbar spine.
• Treatment for hyperlordoses may include core strengthening exercises and postural correction.
• The X-rays revealed multiple cases of hyperlordoses among the study participants.