A member asked:
I have serious coccyx problem.exercising helps a bit but not 100%.what should i try?acupuncture?osteopathy?manual therapy wasn't enough.
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Try everything: Coccyx pain is one of the most difficult areas of orthopaedics to treat. Surgery does not work!. I woudl recommend a doughnut seat cushion, NSAID type drugs pt, and maybe injections.
Answered 5/5/2016
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Time: Most patients with coccyx issues respond well with nsaids, pelvic floor strengthening therapy, and injections....But the most important aspect is time. The symptoms take months to respond. I disagree with the statement that surgery doesn't work, since I have had great results with appropriately selected patients (but is a very rare procedure to do).
Answered 7/22/2014
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Ouch.: You have already received excellent input from two specialists. Acupuncture can also be used to assist with pain & inflammation.
Answered 3/17/2013
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