A member asked:

I can physically feel my sacrum/ coccyx bones when i touch the bottom. is it normal to feel them? it sometimes hurts when i sit down. what about that?

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Dr. Patrick Tyrance jr answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

A donut and patience: Coccydynia or tailbone pain is most likely and has many causes from unknown (most common) to direct trauma, infection, and tumor. It can be treated with a pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen. Limiting sitting for prolonged periods is suggested along with use of a padded cushion or "donut" to protect the tailbone. It can take weeks to months to resolve so be patient.

Answered 5/30/2017

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