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Anterior subluxation of coccyx
The patient fell down the stairs and has severe pain in the tailbone. Different doctors have different opinions - for example - the sciatic nerve is compressed but the coccyx joint is fine, the tissues are crushed and last 2 pieces of coccyx have shifted, the pieces have broken, cracked, etc. Can you please analyse the attached XRay report and advise:
1. Which diagnosis is correct?
2. How to treat it?
3. Is surgery needed?
4. How long will it take to be fit?
Dear,
Tail bone pain or coccydynia is common cause of pain, mainly while sitting.
Mainstay treatment is conservative, no requirement of surgery.
Next Steps
-Hot fomentation /Sitz bath
-DONUT pillow usage
-Avoid sitting for long hours
-Ultrasonic therapy application
-Anti-Inflammatory tablets such as Zerodol SP twice daily for 5days
Health Tips
If pain persists, get yourself examined.
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