What to do if you sprain your coccyx? Relieving pain is the key

Coccyx sprain is a common disease in life, which brings many inconveniences to patients and even makes them unable to get out of bed and walk. In the face of this symptom, active treatment must be sought. First, use some non-steroidal drugs to relieve pain and inflammation, and then apply hot compresses or ultrasound treatment. Clinically, the effects are very good.

1. Overview

The coccyx is located at the very end of the spine. It is an evolutionary degenerative structure and there are generally no obvious sequelae after a fracture. However, for some people, the movement may obviously irritate the rectum. In addition, a small number of people will experience local persistent pain after a coccyx fracture. Apart from these, there are generally no sequelae. In addition, there is no necessary connection between coccyx fracture and intervertebral disc herniation. Clinically, many patients with intervertebral disc herniation have no history of trauma.

II. Treatment

In terms of treatment, the use of non-steroidal analgesics and anti-inflammatory drugs can relieve pain. In the rehabilitation department, hot compresses or ultrasound treatments can also be used to achieve better results. Coccyx mobilization or pelvic muscle stretching performed by a physical therapist can also significantly improve symptoms. Donut-shaped cushions can be placed on the seat to reduce the pressure on the coccyx when sitting. If the above treatments are ineffective and there is an obvious abnormality in the coccyx, a small amount of steroids can be injected into the local painful area to reduce the inflammatory response. Usually one week after the injection, symptoms can be significantly improved, and a second dose can be given one month later if necessary.

Conservative treatment of coccygeal pain may take several weeks or even months. If there is no improvement after a long period of conservative treatment and the coccyx joint is obviously unstable or loose, the coccyx can be surgically removed. It will take about four to eight months for the symptoms to improve after the operation. Therefore, whether it is conservative treatment or surgery, the most important thing to cure coccyx pain is patience. As long as the cause is found and treated, you will not be troubled by not being able to sit on a chair.