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Tail Bone Pain
Pain at the very bottom of the spine (coccyx).
Causes
Some common possible causes include:
- Coccydynia (coccyx inflammation)
- Trauma or fall
- Prolonged sitting
- Childbirth-related
- Degenerative changes
Symptoms
- Pain when sitting
- Pain when standing up from sitting
- Tenderness at the base of spine
- Pain with bowel movements
What Can You Try at Home?
- Use a coccyx cushion when sitting
- Avoid prolonged sitting
- Lean forward when sitting
- Warm baths
🚨 Red Flags
- ⚠️ Severe pain after trauma
- ⚠️ Numbness in the saddle area
- ⚠️ Loss of bladder or bowel control
- ⚠️ Significant swelling
Treatment Approaches
Treatment depends on the cause, severity, examination findings and individual patient needs.
Coccyx cushionPhysiotherapyManual therapyInjection therapySurgical review in severe cases
Frequently Asked Questions
Will tailbone pain go away?
Many cases improve with conservative measures. Persistent pain should be evaluated for appropriate treatment.
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Dr Shahnawaz F Shah
Interventional Spine & Pain Physician
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