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Learn the fundamentals of hyperlordosis and explore massage therapy considerations for clients experiencing an increased lumbar curve and associated low back symptoms. This 1-hour continuing education course introduces massage therapists to hyperlordosis, contributing factors, contraindications, assessment techniques, massage approaches, and client self-care.
Whether you regularly work with clients experiencing low back discomfort or simply want to expand your knowledge of condition-specific massage, this course provides a focused introduction to assessing and working with clients who may present with signs and symptoms associated with hyperlordosis.
In this course, you will learn:
What hyperlordosis is and the structures involved
Common signs, symptoms, and contributing factors
Contraindications and special considerations
Client assessment techniques, including questions and range-of-motion testing
Massage techniques appropriate for hyperlordosis and contributing trigger points
How assessment can help guide massage treatment strategies
Client self-care strategies, including stretching and strengthening
Why take this course?
Understanding hyperlordosis and its relationship to low back symptoms can help massage therapists make more informed decisions when working with clients experiencing postural or movement concerns. This focused 1-hour course provides practical information about assessment, massage techniques, contraindications, and self-care in a convenient format.
It is a useful option for massage therapists who want to strengthen their knowledge of condition-specific massage or add a short course to their continuing education.
Define hyperlordosis and identify the primary structures involved.
Identify common contributing factors and symptoms associated with hyperlordosis and low back pain.
Recognize contraindications and special considerations when working with affected clients.
Apply basic client assessment techniques, including relevant questions and range-of-motion testing.
Identify appropriate massage techniques and trigger point considerations for hyperlordosis.
Describe client self-care strategies, including stretching and strengthening.
Text: Hyperlordosis (Low Back Pain), an excerpt from Condition-Specific Massage by Celia Bucci, 31 pages
Course instruction guide
9-question multiple-choice final exam
Course evaluation
Certificate of Achievement upon completion
Unlimited phone support for course-related questions
The Center for Massage Therapy Continuing Education, LLC is an Approved Provider through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB); Approved Provider number 409296-00.
Our massage online continuing education courses are also accepted by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP), and most state boards.
For more information on individual state requirements and approvals, please visit our Approvals page and click on your state.
I liked the diagrams to help with which muscles were short & which were weak & stretched. - Robin Lee B.
I learned so much about hyperlordosis, worth every penny. - Janie L.
The customer service was very helpful walking me through the steps. Definately recommend this course. - Michael O.
Up to date, great information that I can use right away. - Xiao Z.
The primary contributing factors in most cases of functional lumbar hyperlordosis are:
A. Poor posture and congenital defects
B. Congenital defects and repeated activities of daily living
C. Poor posture and repeated activities of daily living
D. Injury and repeated activities of daily living
Which of the following tests is intended to assess sacroiliac joint mobility?
A. Resisted ROM
B. Stork test
C. Kemp’s test
D. Valsalva maneuver
A common area of myofascial restriction with hyperlordosis is found:
A. Where the hip flexor tendons cross the hip joint
B. Where the hip extensor tendons cross the hip joint
C. Where the knee flexor tendons cross the knee joint
D. Where the knee extensor tendons cross the knee joint
Course Author
About the Instructor
Celia Bucci, LMT
Celia graduated from the Soma Institute for Clinical Massage Therapy in 2002. Her continuing education has focused on learning what contributes to common pain complaints, methods for reducing pain and improving movement, and the research supporting both. She’s taught in entry-level massage therapy schools and continuing education programs. She wrote Condition Specific Massage Therapy for massage therapists interested in learning to apply basic techniques to address the specific symptoms of conditions such as headaches, neck, shoulder, low back, hip and knee pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, sprains, muscle strain and tendinitis. The book is used in Massage Therapy schools across the country and is available in Japanese and Korean. Celia has received the 2010 AMTA-IL Distinguished Service Award and the 2012 AMTA-IL Meritorious Award.
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