What Causes Coccyx Pain?

By Rachel Berret

The coccyx (tailbone) is the group of bones that is located at the end of your spinal vertebrae. When this area is damaged or is not functioning well, you will feel mild to severe pain on your lower back area. There is no definitive reason why the pain arises but there are some speculations on the causes of coccyx pain. Here are some of them.

Trauma - Trauma occurs when you physically damage the body. It can happen because of an accident, an injury or violent fights. These are things that can injure the coccyx and break the ligaments. Because the coccyx is located at the end of the spine, the area has a lot of nerve receptors and thus causing pain.

Childbirth - Giving birth to a baby can also cause coccyx pain. When you deliver your baby, the baby has no choice but to pass along the coccyx because it is on the lower back area. The baby is sometimes too big for your body and the delivery process places a lot of pressure on the coccyx bones. This pressure can injure the bones or the ligaments. In worst cases, childbirth can fracture or break the bones of the coccyx.

Pressure From Activities - There are also some activities and habits that may put pressure on your tailbone. For instance, if you love riding horses, you will always have to sit and bounce. This may not damage your coccyx permanently but it can result to pain. The same is true for people who are sitting all the time especially if their seats are not cushioned properly.

Tumor - This is one of the worst case scenarios. Tumor is difficult to deal with and it becomes more difficult if it affects the spine. If the tumor builds up along the coccyx area, there will be a lot of pressure that can cause severe pain.

It is very important to know the causes of coccyx pain in order to successfully avoid them. It is also essential to know the symptoms to be able to deal with the cause immediately. You know you have a problem with your coccyx if you often feel pain or tenderness along your lower back area. In some cases, you may find a bruise that will significantly let you know about the condition. People who have coccyx pain also have difficulty sitting because the pressure becomes larger when they do so.

If you are suspecting coccyx, you should immediately consult a doctor. Ignoring the symptoms and the causes will just make the condition worse or even unmanageable. Doctors from the osteopathy departments are great to consult with because they are experts when it comes to bone and spinal injuries. They will be able to recommend treatments for you. For mild cases, you may only be treated with medications and physical therapy. However, if the injury is quite huge, there is a chance that you have to undergo surgery. X-ray will help a lot in identifying the severity of the condition. Your doctor may also suggest lifestyle changes to reduce the pressure on your tailbones.

Hi. I'm Rachel Berret, I'm a big fan of osteopathic treatments. I have a super osteopath that helps me overcome my own aches and pains when they flame up.