Coccyx Fracture
Overview
Causes
A coccyx fracture is caused by trauma from:
- Falls
- A blow to the tailbone
- The childbirth process
It can also happen when straining or from friction, such as when rowing or biking.
SymptomsandDiagnosis
Treatments
Treatment
The fracture will need time to heal on its own. This can take 8 to 12 weeks. The goal of treatment is to help the bones heal properly to prevent long term problems.
Support for all fractures can include:
- Medicine to ease pain and swelling
- A special cushion to sit on to ease pressure on the area.
- Physical therapy
Surgery for this injury is rare. It may be done to remove the coccyx when all other options have been tried.
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Edits to original content made by Denver Health.
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