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Coccyx (tailbone) pain substantially decreases the quality of life for patients
who suffer with this condition. Classic symptoms include midline pain located
below the sacrum and above the anus. Symptoms are worse while sitting or during
transitions from sitting to standing. Physical examination typically reveals
focal tenderness during palpation of the coccyx. Diagnostic tests include
radiographs. Advanced studies may include MRI, computerized tomography scans, or
nuclear medicine bone scans. Treatments may include the use of cushions,
medications by mouth, topical medications, local pain management injections,
pelvic floor physical therapy, and (in rare cases) surgical removal of the coccyx
(coccygectomy).
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