Movement Terminology - Pelvis

Question 1

Anterior Pelvic Tilt

Answer 1

The front of the pelvis drops in relation to the back of the pelvis. Pelvis is a bucket of water and the water is tipped anteriorly.

Anterior pelvic tilt is a lower back extension.

Question 2

Posterior Pelvic Tilt

Answer 2

The back of the pelvis drops in relation to the front of the pelvis. Pelvis is a bucket of water and the water is tipped posteriorly.

Posterior pelvic tilt is a lower back flexion.