Question 1

I fell and hurt my tailbone last night. it hurts everytime i move. i can't sit down. i struggle to get up. what do i do ?

Accepted Answer

Falling and landing on one's tailbone or sacrum can cause bruising or even a fracture of the bones in that area. Unfortunately, if the coccyx is fractured, there is not much you can do about it. If your pain and symptoms persist an x-ray can help rule out more serious injuries.

Question 2

I fell from the stairs and hurt my tailbone and now i am feeling extremely dizzy?

Accepted Answer

Get examined. The fall on your tailbone is not related to your dizziness.

Question 3

This morning i fell down the stairs and hurt my tailbone. it still hurts and i'm having back and belly pains. should i go to the dr.?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you need to get checked, not only for your injury but why you fell in the first place.  Are you in danger of falling more?

Question 4

What is the difference between an orthopedist and an osteopathic. i have a hurt tailbone?

Accepted Answer

orthopedic surgeon is a specialist in bone and joint surgery he could medical doctor MD or doctor of osteopath DO 
osteopath is a school that teach medicine in addition special emphasis on spine adjustment either MD or DO can go and specialize in any of the medical or surgical specialties i hope that answer your question good luck

Question 5

What kind of doctor should i see for a hurt tailbone where my son knee me in july?

Accepted Answer

Injured tailbone in July; has pain; no other symptoms given. You should start with your primary care doctor who will do a detailed evaluation; X-rays if needed. If there are complications, your doctor can refer you to an Orthopedic specialist. There is no advantage in waiting any longer since your symptoms began over 2 months ago. See your doctor now for prompt diagnosis and treatment.

Question 6

What could  i do for an old tailbone injury?

Accepted Answer

This would depend on the type of injury.  Was it a coccyx or sacral fracture or a spinal cord injury?  Fractures may lead to osteoarthritis later on and this can be treated with nsaid's, depending on your medical history.  Discuss this with your physician.

Question 7

How long would it take for tailbone injury to heal?

Accepted Answer

Pain to improve and tenderness to resolve, in a majority of cases. In some it might even take longer.

Question 8

Could  a tailbone injury cause permanent back pain?

Accepted Answer

You can fracture your coccyx, or bruise the lower portion of your back.  Both usually remit with time!

Question 9

How to care for a tailbone injury 6 week old injury, still very painful. how do i know if i broke it?

Accepted Answer

Broken tailbone (coccyx) is usually diagnosed with a x-ray but may require a bone scan or MRI to conform it. A rectal exam confirms it clinically .Sitting down can be quite pain and can require you to sit on  doughnut like cushion to take the weight off of it. Stool softeners are necessary so that bowel movements are softer and easier on the tailbone.

Question 10

How long is a tailbone injury going to keep me out of playing football or soccer?

Accepted Answer

"tailbone" injuries can be very painful and for a very long time.  Pain will probably dictate your return to your sports.  Of course re-injury can occur but that is a risk you take.  Work with your doctor, sports trainer and coach on when to return.  You may need to see someone skilled in injuries in this area.  Sometime it is necessary to remove a tail bone due to pain and to restore activity.

I fell and hurt my tailbone