how can you tell if you have a tilted pelvis?

Answer 1

You cannot know this alone, your gynecologist would have to do a pelvic exam, just the same as when you have your yearly pap smear. If you've had your regular yearly visits the dr. should have informed you if a tilted pelvis was noted. Good luck to you.

Answer 2

Scoliosis, one leg longer than the other....Scoliosis may be suspected when one shoulder appears to be higher than the other, or the pelvis appears to be tilted.



This biomechanical test determines functional leg length inequality. If one leg measures longer than the opposite leg while the patient is in the supine position but that same leg measures longer in the seated position, the patient is demonstrating a functional leg length discrepancy. This asymmetrical leg length condition or functional short leg often causes a mild tilting of the pelvis and a postural imbalance. Further examination will frequently reveal tenderness upon palpation of the iliopsoas muscles, especially on the side of the short leg while in the supine position.

Answer 3

look at yourself in the mirror from the side. It should be apparent if it is tilted.... are you standing straight or is your butt sticking out? Or you can try laying on your stomach... head down... lift your opposite arm and opposite leg at the same time... if you have trouble keeping your hip bones down against the surface you are lying on while doing this you probably have a tilted pelvis.

Answer 4

Approximately 80% of the adult US population will experience low back pain at sometime in their lives. This statement is supported by research performed by NIH:

Low back pain continues to be a significant public health problem. Seventy to 85% of all people have back pain at some time in life, with the annual prevalence of back pain ranging from 15-45%. Back pain is the most frequent cause of activity limitation in people below 45 years and is a common reason for visiting a health care provider. Symptoms are most common in middle-aged adults, with back pain equally common in men and women; however, back pain secondary to disc disorders is more common in men. Reported rates of low back pain are generally higher for Whites than Blacks or other racial groups. 1

It has been my experience that the most frequent causes of low back pain and tilted pelvis include:
Lower torso muscle strain.
Tightness of the iliopsoas muscle due to prolonged sitting and a lack of stretching.
Inflammation of the iliopsoas muscle due to chronic dehydration.

Chiropractic treatment of low back pain and tilted pelvis normally involves a comprehensive approach that addresses the causative factors:
Spinal manipulation to resolve the pelvic tilting/obliquity.
Electrical muscle stimulation with heat to reduce muscle spasms.
Myofascial treatments to resolve trigger points.
Prescribed stretches to elongate the iliopsoas.
Hydration recommendations in order to eliminate myofasciitis (inflamed muscles).

Answer 5

Get an assessment from someone who knows how to assess anatomy - like a chiropractor, MD, DO or massage therapist who has the training. If you don't know anatomy, you won't be knowledgeable enough to see it.

Answer 6

You can't tell that yourself. A gynecologist would have the best answer.