How to Treat a Bruised Tailbone
The tailbone is a large bone in the body that is made up of various other bones that meet in the lower back region. Another bone in the lower back, the coccyx, is usually fallen on which causes the tailbone to get bruised. This can happen from slipping on ice, falling down a stairway or landing awkwardly when playing a sport. It's often accompanied by quite a bit of pain. There are various ways a bruised tailbone can be treated.
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When you bruise your tailbone, any contact with it can flare up pain. Sitting for long periods of time on hard surfaces can also make this happen. For that reason, sit in a doughnut cushion to keep the tailbone protected.
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Apply an ice pack to keep the swelling down. For two to three days, place the ice pack on your tailbone in 20 to 30 minute increments every three to four hours.
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If the pain is severe, take medication. Your doctor may prescribe Flexeril or Vicodin. Over-the-counter treatments include Tylenol, Advil or Aleve.
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If you bruise your tailbone and become constipated, the pain can become exacerbated. To avoid this from happening, make sure to get enough fiber in your daily diet. Some examples of foods that have fiber include whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, flax seeds and psyllium husks.
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Tips & Warnings
If you do not have a doughnut cushion, you can use a small inner tube as well.
