Understanding Coccyx Abnormal Growth After a Fall: What to Do?
Fall ~ Coccygeal abnormal growth Hello, during the last semester, I fell in a heavy rain and landed directly on my tailbone. After school, I went to see a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who helped me with heat therapy and applied some patches. After that, the pain went...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the coccyx naturally has a slight curvature. Even if an injury causes an increase in the angle, it has no clinical significance. If you still have concerns, please consult an orthopedic specialist nearby. Wishing you all the best![Read More] Understanding Coccyx Abnormal Growth After a Fall: What to Do?
Understanding Coccydynia: Treatment and Long-Term Effects After Injury
Coccydynia After falling down the stairs, I went to see a doctor 3.4 months later, and recently I have been applying anti-inflammatory medication topically for the past week. Is this effective? Will waiting 3.4 months to see a doctor lead to any long-term complications?
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Coccyx pain in young women can be inconvenient, especially when sitting. More importantly, during childbirth, obstetricians may need to take pelvic X-rays to determine if the coccyx could obstruct fetal delivery. Topical medications generally have limited effectiveness, while ora...[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Treatment and Long-Term Effects After Injury
Persistent Right Back Numbness After Fall: Possible Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the right back after a bruise! Hello: I fell from a window onto my buttocks on July 11. Two hours later, I experienced swelling in my cervical spine, and that night I had severe pain in my coccyx and lumbar spine. A week later, I started to feel numbness in my right b...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Jia-Yun: Aside from the localized sexual numbness mentioned in your text, there should be no symptoms of pain or weakness. It is likely caused by a localized bruise. I recommend applying heat at least twice a day. If symptoms persist for more than a month, it is advisable to visi...[Read More] Persistent Right Back Numbness After Fall: Possible Causes and Solutions
Should I See an Orthopedic Specialist for My Post-Accident Back Pain?
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text you would like me to translate into I would like to ask about an accident I had a year and a half ago where I injured my head and coccyx. At that time, everyone was more focused on my head injury, a...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello, there is still a distance between the lumbar vertebrae and the coccyx, which may not necessarily be related. The lower back pain and discomfort could be associated with regular fatigue. It is recommended that you visit an orthopedic clinic for further examination and treat...[Read More] Should I See an Orthopedic Specialist for My Post-Accident Back Pain?
Understanding Chronic Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Lower back pain? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from lower back pain since middle school. Every time I start sleeping on my back, my lumbar spine becomes extremely painful, and I have to switch to sleeping on my side or stomach for a while before I can lie flat without pain....
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Human orientation: Humans, as long-term bipedal vertebrates, experience significant and severe spinal degeneration and back pain. Given your age, it is unlikely that you have very serious degenerative issues. It is important to pay attention to whether there are any postural prob...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Coccydynia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Coccydynia Coccyx pain (pain near the anal area) has persisted for 2 months. There are no discomforts in other areas (such as the legs and lower back). The pain is only felt when sitting down, and it becomes more pronounced during anal contractions. There has been no trauma; the ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If it is not due to an injury, the most common causes are prolonged sitting or poor posture, which can compress the coccyx and lead to inflammation of the surrounding tendons and ligaments, resulting in pain. This symptom typically improves with appropriate medication. If the con...[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Hip Pain: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Hip joint pain Dr. Shi: Hello! About five or six years ago, I fell and experienced pain in my hip joint. I visited several traditional Chinese medicine clinics for massage and had X-rays taken, but the doctors said there was no major issue, possibly just a ligament strain. Since ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Pain after a hip joint injury may be attributed to arthritis or ligament damage. It is advisable to see a physician and undergo an X-ray examination to determine the cause. A coccyx contusion, if there is no fracture, typically heals gradually after a period of rest and does not ...[Read More] Understanding Hip Pain: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Seeking Guidance on Spine Pain and Related Injuries After an Accident
Please provide information regarding spinal pain? Hello Dr. Chu, My mother is around 40 to 50 years old and has been suffering from diabetes for over a decade. She also has sciatica. She has been receiving treatment at Taoyuan Provincial Hospital for her diabetes. A few days ago...
Dr. Chu Baijun Reply:
Hello, I apologize for the delay in my response, but I would like to share some of my thoughts. Generally, severe internal organ injuries are rarely unnoticed by patients while they are conscious; typically, there is immediate pain and discomfort following the injury. The delayed...[Read More] Seeking Guidance on Spine Pain and Related Injuries After an Accident
Understanding Coccyx Pain: Causes and Treatment Options for Relief
The tip of the coccyx often feels a bit sore? Hello, I am currently 32 years old and often experience slight soreness at the coccygeal tip (the last segment near the anus), and prolonged sitting tends to cause lower back pain. Due to my job, I need to sit for long periods in the ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Coccyx tilting inward does not necessarily cause pain symptoms; it typically leads to pain due to localized tissue inflammation or conditions such as fractures or bruises. Prolonged driving, sitting for long periods in an office, or cycling can contribute to this situation. Weste...[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Pain: Causes and Treatment Options for Relief
Understanding Scoliosis: Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Spine I have an S-shaped scoliosis, and sometimes when I sleep or lie down for a while, even when sneezing while lying down, I feel a movement in my coccyx area, followed by a popping sound. It feels like all my nerves tighten up, and the pain is so intense that I can't move...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Scoliosis typically does not cause lower back pain; however, coccydynia may occur due to compression. It is generally not considered dangerous. Dancing is unlikely to result in paralysis or other issues. It does not lead to snoring.[Read More] Understanding Scoliosis: Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Coccyx Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Recommended Tests
Coccygeal tenderness In recent months, I have been experiencing tenderness on the left side of my coccyx, especially when lying flat on my back while sleeping. It seems that the pressure on the coccyx often causes me to wake up with numbness, affecting my sleep. Sometimes, I also...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Coccydynia is often caused by injury or pressure, and it typically does not last long. Reducing the pressure on the area usually leads to gradual improvement. If a visit to an orthopedic specialist is necessary, the physician should carefully assess for any symptoms of sciatica b...[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Recommended Tests
Understanding Coccyx Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Could you please provide more context or specific information regarding the spinal terminus? I injured my tailbone when I was in the fourth or fifth grade (around 10 or 11 years old) after falling on my buttocks. It was very painful at the time, but I didn't think much of it...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhi Reply:
1. It may be a coccygeal fracture; an X-ray examination should be performed. If there is an inward curvature of the coccygeal fracture, it may affect natural childbirth. 2. Insufficient exercise can also cause pain. 3. Lumbar muscle fatigue and poor posture can lead to spinal cur...[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Strengthening Ligaments: Solutions for Chronic Pain and Spinal Issues
Ligament issues Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from body aches for several years and have undergone various treatments (both traditional and Western medicine) without success. X-ray results show that several segments of my coccyx are rotated (with different angles stacked) a...
Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Reader: If you have been experiencing body aches for several years, it is likely that there is an underlying health issue. It is advisable to visit a larger hospital for further examination to identify the cause of your symptoms and receive appropriate treatment. The ligamen...[Read More] Strengthening Ligaments: Solutions for Chronic Pain and Spinal Issues
Understanding Tumors: A Guide to Juvenile Granuloma and Aneurysmal Bone Cysts
Tumor Hello Doctor: My daughter is 4 years old, and she has developed a tumor at the coccyx (sacral area). She underwent surgery last May, and the pathology report indicated two possibilities: 1. Juvenile Xanthogranuloma 2. Aneurysmal Bone Cyst. It is uncertain which type of tumo...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, In response to your inquiry, your daughter's condition is not a common case. I personally recommend taking her to see Dr. Chen Tian-Hsiung or Dr. Chen Wei-Ming at Taipei Veterans General Hospital's Orthopedic Department, or Dr. Yang Rong-Sen at National Taiwan ...[Read More] Understanding Tumors: A Guide to Juvenile Granuloma and Aneurysmal Bone Cysts
Understanding Coccyx and Pelvic Issues: A Guide to Sciatica Relief
Coccygeal and pelvic issues? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from symptoms similar to sciatica, often experiencing soreness that extends from my buttocks down through my entire leg to my ankle. Additionally, the joints in my feet (ankles, knees, and hip joints) also feel sore...
Dr. Yang Zhengfan Reply:
Dear Candace, I have read your description three times and I’m sorry, but I still cannot understand the issue you are describing. Is it pelvic instability? Are the ligaments too lax? Based on your symptom description, I can't even determine if it is sciatica, let alone these...[Read More] Understanding Coccyx and Pelvic Issues: A Guide to Sciatica Relief
Understanding Sacral Pain: Treatment Options for Sciatica Symptoms
The sacrococcygeal region of the spine has several segments with varying angles and pelvic tilt? Hello Doctor: I have been struggling with symptoms similar to sciatica, experiencing frequent pain that radiates from my buttocks down through my entire leg to my ankle. Additionally,...
Dr. Wang Zikang Reply:
Dear Xiaohui, Based on your description of symptoms, your issues seem to involve two parts: 1. Compression of the lumbosacral nerves leading to lower limb pain, and 2. Abnormal stability of the lumbosacral region and pelvis causing lower back pain. Since a precise diagnosis requ...[Read More] Understanding Sacral Pain: Treatment Options for Sciatica Symptoms
Understanding Coccyx Protrusion: Symptoms, Effects, and When to Seek Help
Coccygeal protrusion? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have noticed that the area of my spine near my lower back seems to be particularly protruding. When I lie flat on a harder bed or a board, it puts pressure on that area, so I have been sleeping on my side. Additionally, when I do si...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The protruding part of the coccyx is its spinous process. Individuals with a thinner layer of subcutaneous fat are more likely to experience pressure in this area. If there are any concerns, it is advisable to visit a hospital for an X-ray to check for any other issues.[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Protrusion: Symptoms, Effects, and When to Seek Help
Effective Strategies to Alleviate Lower Back Pain After Waking Up
Lower back pain After waking up, I am unable to straighten my back or stand up, experiencing pain in the 4th or 5th lumbar vertebrae, and my coccyx often feels uncomfortable. What can I do to improve this condition?
Dr. Zhou Hongzhi Reply:
It is advisable to first go to the hospital for an examination to confirm whether it is a muscle, nerve, or bone disease, and then proceed with targeted treatment accordingly.[Read More] Effective Strategies to Alleviate Lower Back Pain After Waking Up
Understanding Coccydynia: Can Tailbone Injury Affect Bowel Movements?
Coccyx injury Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about an issue I have been experiencing. Two years ago, I accidentally bumped my coccyx against the corner of a chair, which caused significant pain for a while. Since then, I have noticed a persistent feeling of incomplete evacuat...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
Dear netizens, Coccygeal issues can be categorized into coccyx fractures and dislocations, often caused by direct trauma, particularly from impacts to the area (such as landing directly on the buttocks). Patients typically experience coccygeal pain and difficulty sitting or sta...[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Can Tailbone Injury Affect Bowel Movements?
Is My Knee Issue Just the Tip of the Iceberg for My Orthopedic Problems?
Is it possible that my issue is not just a simple knee problem? Hello Dr. Hong! Thank you for your response. In addition to my knee issues, I actually have other musculoskeletal problems that I would like to consult you about. Besides the knee symptoms, I have an outward rotation...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Thank you for your letter again. Your concerns regarding the cubitus valgus, sacral tilt, and hallux valgus appear to be congenital. While they are not major issues, they can sometimes be quite bothersome. Generally, if you experience discomfort or symptoms, it is advisable to co...[Read More] Is My Knee Issue Just the Tip of the Iceberg for My Orthopedic Problems?