Pain and inflammation at the Coccyx or tail bone
It refers to the pain originating in the Coccyx or the tailbone; often caused by trauma or injury sustained by the Coccyx. Women are more prone to the condition due to wide pelvis that makes the coccyx more exposed.
Patients show a combination of symptoms for the condition. The symptoms of Coccydynia also depends upon the unique anatomy of the patient. But the common symptom is pain in the tailbone area which often flairs up with sitting.
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Often the pain subsides or resolves with rest and avoiding activities that cause the pain to increase. If it lasts for more than 3 months it is called a chronic condition. In 90% cases, Coccydynia can be treated fruitfully with conservative treatment. Surgery isn’t recommended unless the patient faces serious debilitating conditions.
Often the pain subsides or resolves with rest and avoiding activities that cause the pain to increase. If it lasts for more than 3 months it is called a chronic condition. In 90% cases, Coccydynia can be treated fruitfully with conservative treatment. Surgery isn’t recommended unless the patient faces serious debilitating conditions.
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