If You Notice These Two Small Dips on Your Lower Back It Means Something Much Deeper Than You Ever Imagined
The small indentations located on the lower back, just above the glutes, are commonly known as “Venus dimples” in women and “Apollo dimples” in men. Medically, they are referred to as sacral or lumbosacral dimples and are linked to the underlying structure of the pelvis and spine.
These dimples form at the level of the posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS), where a short ligament connects the skin to the pelvic bone. This connection creates a natural inward pull, resulting in the visible indentations that appear on the lower back. Their presence is largely anatomical rather than purely aesthetic.
While genetics play a role in determining whether a person has these dimples—particularly in relation to bone structure and ligament length—their visibility can also be influenced by factors such as body fat distribution and muscle tone. As a result, they may appear more or less pronounced depending on an individual’s physique, even though the underlying structure remains constant.
