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Lordosis: 
Natural inward curve of the lower spine.

Lumbar Region:
Area of the lower spine commonly referred to as the lower back. Technically , the lumbar vertebrae are the five spinal segments just above the sacrum or tailbone.

Lumbar Support:
Part of a chair backrest that supports the muscles of the lumbar region when sitting    upright and promotes lordosis of the lumbar spine when reclining.
 


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