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If Sit-to-Stand Worsens Coccyx Pain (Tailbone Pain) Think of Tailbone Hypermobility

Coccyx pain (tailbone pain, coccydynia) is usually painful while sitting. But sometimes the pain is even WORSE during the few seconds while you start to stand up. This tailbone pain exacerbation during standing up is an important symptom. This is often seen in patients who have coccyx hypermobility (excessive movement of the coccygeal bones […]

Ankylosing Spondylitis and Coccyx Pain, Tailbone Pain

Here is the transcript from Dr. Foye’s video about Ankylosing Spondylitis and Coccyx Pain, Tailbone Pain. The actual video is below.

Let’s talk about Ankylosing Spondylitis and coccyx pain, or tailbone pain.

I’m Dr. Patrick Foye. I’m an M.D. (or medical doctor) and Director of the Coccyx Pain Center (Tailbone Pain Center) here […]

VIDEO on EDS - Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Causing Coccyx Pain, Tailbone Pain

Here is the transcript from the video on Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and tailbone pain. The actual Video is at the bottom of this article.

Let’s talk briefly about EDS (or Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) and EDS as a cause of coccyx pain or tailbone pain or coccydynia.

I’m Dr. Patrick Foye. I’m an M.D. (or medical […]

Airplane Flights and Tailbone Pain: Coccyx Pain in Airline Pilots, Flight Attendants, Passengers

(Scroll down for Dr. Foye’s VIDEO on this topic. Here is the typed transcript from the video.)

Okay, let’s talk for a minute or two about coccyx pain or tailbone pain on airplanes.

I’m Dr. Patrick Foye. I’m an M.D. (or medical doctor) and Director of the Coccyx Pain Center here in the United […]

How a STRAIGHT Coccyx Causes Coccyx Pain, Tailbone Pain, Coccydynia

(Scroll down for Dr. Foye’s VIDEO on this topic. Here is the typed transcript from the video.)

This is a short explanation about how a straight coccyx can be a cause of coccyx pain.

I’m Dr. Patrick Foye. I’m an M.D. (or medical doctor) and Director of the Coccyx Pain Center here in the […]

Tailbone Pain while sitting on COUCHES. Coccyx Pain when you Sit on a COUCH or Sofa

Sitting on a COUCHES can cause or worsen coccyx pain (tailbone pain, coccydynia). For many people with tailbone pain, sitting on a hard chair may be more comfortable than sitting on a soft COUCH or sofa.

Hundreds of patients with tailbone pain have told me how much they hate sitting on couches. Below, […]

Coccyx PSEUDO-SPUR: Tailbone Extension Causing Tailbone Pain, Coccyx Pain, Coccydynia

There are many causes of coccyx pain (tailbone pain, coccydynia). This article will focus on coccyx pain being caused by the lower coccyx being in extension, which is called a pseudo-spur.

NORMAL COCCYX POSITION = FLEXION:

Normally, the coccyx position has a mild, gradual forward flexion. This means that the coccyx is flexed forward. […]

Pregnancy After Coccygectomy: Vaginal Delivery Versus Cesarean Section

I was recently contacted by a woman who had undergone a coccygectomy (which is surgical amputation/removal of the coccyx/tailbone). Her question was whether, after having undergone coccygectomy, it would or would not be advisable for her to undergo a cesarean section rather than a vaginal delivery for any subsequent pregnancy. Perhaps you, the reader, […]

Discussing Tailbone Pain should NOT be Taboo

Discussing coccyx pain (tailbone pain, coccydynia) and other pelvic pains should NOT be TABOO.

Talking with family, friends, online groups, physicians, and physical therapists may help you find answers and relief.

Tailbone Pain Tip 4, Discussing Coccyx Pain should NOT be Taboo, Coccydynia

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COCCYDYNIA means Coccyx Pain (Tailbone Pain). It is NOT a full diagnosis

“COCCYDYNIA” means coccyx pain (tailbone pain).

“Coccydynia” is NOT a full diagnosis.

This term just says that the pain is AT the tailbone.

Just like “chest pain” or “knee pain”, you need to find out WHY the pain is there.

Tailbone Pain Tip 3, Coccydynia means Coccyx Pain

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