03/08/2025
For my patients and YogaBack peeps, I always say Glutes are Lazy!!
Dead Butt Syndrome (DBS), also known as Gluteal Amnesia, is a condition where the gluteus medius muscle becomes weak or inactive due to prolonged sitting, poor posture, or muscle imbalances. This leads to pain, discomfort, and improper biomechanics, increasing the risk of injuries in the lower back, hips, and knees.
Causes of Dead Butt Syndrome
• Prolonged Sitting
• Lack of Physical Activity
• Poor Posture
• Overuse of Hip Flexors - Tightness in the hip flexors (e.g., iliopsoas) inhibits proper glute activation.
• Improper Exercise Routine
• Neuromuscular Inhibition - The brain stops effectively engaging the glutes due to compensatory patterns.
Symptoms of Dead Butt
• Gluteal pain or numbness
• Lower back pain due to poor pelvic stability
• Hip pain caused by overactive hip flexors and weak glutes
• Knee pain resulting from improper alignment and stress on joints
• Tightness in hamstrings due to compensation for weak glutes
• Reduced performance in walking, running, or climbing stairs
Physiotherapy Assessment for Dead Butt Syndrome
• Postural Analysis
• Glute Activation Test
• Single-Leg Balance Test
• Hip Mobility and Flexibility Assessment
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