Yes, absolutely: The hyperextension gymnast are put through can often cause back pain, especially increased lordosis due to ligamentous laxity. Have you had any imaging of your back? One of the most commonly undiagnosed causes of back pain in gymnasts (until the last couple of years) is a pars fracture, a small piece of the vertebrae that can be extremely painful and cause an increase in lordosis. Ask your doctor.
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