If You Have These Two Dimples on Your Lower Back, Here’s What They Mean

 

Those subtle, symmetrical indentations just above your buttocks—often called “dimples of Venus”—are more than just a beauty mark. While they’re frequently admired in art, fashion, and fitness circles, they also have a clear anatomical origin. And for most people, they’re completely normal.
But it’s important to know the difference between harmless dimples and rare signs that warrant medical attention.
🔍 What Are “Dimples of Venus”?
Anatomical name: Posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS) dimples
Location: Just above the buttock crease, on either side of the lower spine
Cause: Skin tethered to the pelvic bone by strong ligaments—visible when body fat is low or musculature is defined
🌹 Fun fact: Named after Venus, the Roman goddess of love, these dimples were celebrated in Renaissance art as symbols of fertility, grace, and vitality.
✅ Why They’re Usually Harmless
For the vast majority of adults, dimples of Venus are:
Genetic—you’re born with the predisposition
Not caused by exercise, posture, or lifestyle
Not linked to pain, dysfunction, or health issues
More visible in lean or athletic individuals—but can appear at any size
💡 Many people notice them more after weight loss or core strengthening—but their presence doesn’t indicate fitness level or health status.
❓ Are There Any Benefits?

 Are There Any Benefits?

While not medically “beneficial,” some observational studies suggest:

Possible correlation with good pelvic circulation

Occasional mention in discussions of sacroiliac joint alignment

However, no scientific evidence links these dimples to fertility, sexual health, or physical performance. They’re simply a neutral anatomical feature—like dimples on your cheeks.

⚠️ When to Be Concerned: Red Flags to Watch For

While adult dimples of Venus are almost always benign, certain types of lower-back dimples can signal underlying issues—especially if they appear atypical.

Consult a doctor if you notice:

A single dimple (not symmetrical)

Dimple located directly on the spine midline (not off to the sides)

Dimple accompanied by:

Hair tufts, skin tags, or discoloration over the area

Swelling, redness, or drainage

Numbness, tingling, or weakness in legs

Bladder or bowel dysfunction (e.g., incontinence)

Chronic lower back pain without clear cause

🚨 In infants: A sacral dimple (midline, near tailbone) may rarely be associated with spina bifida occulta or tethered cord syndrome—especially if >5mm wide or paired with other skin markers.

🩺 What Might a Doctor Do?

If concerns arise, a healthcare provider may:

Perform a neurological exam

Order imaging (like an ultrasound in infants or MRI in adults)

Rule out spinal dysraphism or nerve compression

✅ Reassurance: Over 99% of symmetrical, off-midline dimples in healthy adults are purely cosmetic.

💬 Final Thought

Your dimples of Venus aren’t a sign of anything “wrong”—they’re a quiet signature of your unique anatomy. Whether faint or prominent, they’re part of your body’s natural landscape.

So admire them if you like—but don’t assign them meaning they don’t carry. True health isn’t written in dimples… it’s built through care, movement, and self-respect.

“Your body tells stories—not in symbols, but in how you treat it every day.”

Have you always had dimples of Venus? Did you know what they were called? Share your experience below—we’re all learning to read our bodies with kindness! 💛

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