How Do You Recover From A Coccyx Injury?
A coccyx injury (coccydynia) is an injury to your tail bone, which is made up of three to five smaller bones located at the end of your spine. The coccyx could get injured or fractured due to a fall, direct blow, childbirth or straining during exercise. There are no treatments available other than steps to relieve the pain like simple lifestyle changes or professional medical treatments. Read on to learn more. Sit on a hard surface or a cushion pillow (one with a hole in the center) depending upon your pain and comfort level. Coccyx injury also affects the ligaments and tendons surrounding the bone, so try not to sit for a long period continuously. If possible, consider leaning forward or sitting on each side of the buttocks to avoid pressure on the tail bone. Apply ice to the affected area for 15 to 20 minutes every two hours for the first few days. After that, apply heat to relieve pain with warm, moist towels or warm bath. While soaking in a bathtub, lie down on your stomach. Take s
