Question 1

how to determine broken sacrum?

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Sacrum: Exam plus x-ray.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: sacrum?

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Lower back bone: Below the lumbar spine and above the tailbone or coccyx lies the sacrum.  The sacrum is part of the spine and interacts with the pelvis at the sacro-iliac joints.

Question 3

what kind of dr should i see if my sacrum isn't right?

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start with: Your primary care doctor who will narrow it down to the proper specialist:  rheumatology, neurology/neurosurgery, orthopedic, etc.

Question 4

what is the meaning of infiltration of the sacrum diffusely?

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Radiologic findings: This is terminology a radiologist would use to describe changes on imaging that appear to spread throughout the sacrum (bone between  waist and tailbone). The cause of the changes can sometimes be determined by the images but often requires a biopsy or other tests.

Question 5

can a slightly twisted sacrum cause nerve problems or any other types of problems in the future.

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Sciatica: 20&#x27;s female with twisted sacrum asks about future problems. Osteopaths regard sacroiliac joint (SIJ) nutation (also called &quot;Short Leg Sign&quot;) &amp; counternutation to be reflective of abnormal SIJ movements. These movements have been found associated with Hypermobility Syndrome, chronic low back pain, fibromyalgia, sciatica, IBS, &amp; Interstitial Cystitis.

Question 6

i pinched a nerve around my sacrum.. what do i do..?

Accepted Answer

Is this definite ?: Is this your diagnosis or did a doctor tell you this?  Which nerve is the culprit, and how did this occur?  To determine treatment, we need to know a diagnosis.  Maybe a visit to an osteopathic physician can clarify issues, and provide treatment which can improve your issues.

Question 7

sacrum pain on and off for the past 8 months. can this be a gynaecological issue?

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Could be: It could be. Have a proper physical exam and possible imaging studies done under the supervision of your physician.

Question 8

what exercises can i do to strengthen my sacrum and coccyx that i broke 2 years ago? i never live without pain.

Accepted Answer

Impossible: You cannot strengthen a broken bone. However you need to consult an orthopedic surgeon perhaps someone specialized in pain management , to provide you some relief.

Question 9

how long does a fractured sacrum take to heal?

Accepted Answer

8 to 12 weeks: Bone tissue takes awhile to heal .  The sacrum may heal fine if there was a fracture that would be confirmed by a MRI if acute or at least documented that it occurred by bone scan that may still reveal a fracture  that occurred but has healed for up to 1-2 years.  If the injury was axial ie fall on buttocks, there can be a coccyx or disc issue.  These  fractures can  also be due to osteoporosis

Question 10

i have an hemangioma on my sacrum. what is that?

Accepted Answer

Benign: Malformation or abnormal mass of tangled blood vessels. Usually not an issue if it's small, if it's big it can be treated.

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What exercises can i do to strengthen my sacrum and coccyx that i broke 2 years ago? i never live without pain.

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