Tightness in the iliopsoas on the right side would most likely produce which postural deviation at the pelvis and lumbar spine?

Tightness in the iliopsoas on the right side

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ARight lateral pelvic tilt and right lumbar lateral flexion
BAnterior pelvic tilt and increased lumbar lordosis
CPosterior pelvic tilt and lumbar flexion
DLeft lateral pelvic tilt and contralateral hip drop

✓ Correct answer: B. Anterior pelvic tilt and increased lumbar lordosis The iliopsoas attaches to the lumbar vertebrae and lesser trochanter; when chronically shortened, it pulls the lumbar spine into extension and tilts the pelvis anteriorly, producing increased lumbar lordosis — a hallmark of Lower Crossed Syndrome.

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