Kokcigodiniя – The oil pain

Coccydynia (Coccyalgia; Coccygeal Pain; Coccygodynia; Pain, Tailbone; Pain, Coccygeal; Tailbone Pain)

Description of pain in the coccyx

Kokcigodiniя – pain in the coccyx. Kopchyk – slight, Curved, V-shaped bottom of the bone in the spine.

The causes of pain in the coccyx

The reason is coccygodynia injury or squeezing, that affect the tailbone, as well as the muscles and nerves, surrounding. Examples of negative impacts on the coccyx:

• Fall or trauma;
• The pressure and tension, such as during childbirth;
• Prolonged sitting on hard surfaces;
• Spinal cyst or tumor;
• Impact injury or obesity, which can displace the bone;
• Repeated pressure on the tailbone (eg, horseback riding, bicycling, motorbike).

Risk factors of pain in the coccyx

Factors, which may increase the risk include coccygodynia:

• Paul: female;
• Brittle bones (eg, osteoporosis, arthritis);
• Lower back pain;
• Contact sports or certain activities (eg, horseback riding);
• Infection (eg, tuberculosis, osteomyelitis);
• Obesity.

The symptoms of pain in the coccyx

These symptoms, except coccygodynia, They may be caused by other diseases. If you experience any of them, should see a doctor.

• Pain on:
  • Seat;
  • Changing the position with the seat in the distance;
  • Sitting on the toilet;
  • Sex;
• Sensitivity in the coccyx;
• Increasing back pain;
• Pain or spasm of pelvic muscles.

Diagnosis of pain in the coccyx

The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical examination, to detect, whether the coccyx swollen, red or warm. Tests may include:

• CT scan – X-ray views, wherein the computer is used, to make pictures of structures inside the body;
• Roentgen – test, which uses X-rays, to make pictures of structures inside the body, especially bones.

These tests can show, is there a dislocation or fracture of the coccyx?.

Pain in the coccyx

Treatment options include the following:

• Bed rest;
• Use of special pillows for seating;
• Sitz baths (for the thighs and buttocks);
• Medicines, including steroid injections, taking pain, stool softener;
• Chiropractic spinal column;
• Pain relief through massage of surrounding nerves;
• Physiotherapy, including:
  • Strengthening the muscles in the pelvic area
  • Strengthening and stimulation by heat and ultrasound therapy.

Prevention of pain in the coccyx

To reduce the possibility coccygodynia:

• Learn to sit in the correct position;
• If you must sit for long periods at work, Pick a comfortable chair.