Well-Balanced Family Chiropractic Singapore

Tailbone Pain

Tailbone pain, also known as coccydynia, is a condition characterised by pain and discomfort in the tailbone or coccyx region. This pain can be acute or chronic and can significantly affect a person’s ability to sit, stand, or move comfortably.

Tailbone Pain

Causes

Trauma

The most common cause is falling onto the tailbone or trauma during childbirth or sports.

Poor Posture

Prolonged sitting or standing in a slouched position can place pressure on the tailbone and surrounding ligaments.

Degenerative conditions

Conditions such as arthritis or osteoporosis can cause degeneration of the tailbone and surrounding tissues, leading to pain.

Infection

In rare cases, infection in the tailbone region can cause pain and discomfort.

Symptoms

Pain or tenderness in the tailbone region, particularly when sitting or standing for prolonged periods

Pain that worsens when sitting or moving into a seated position

Discomfort or pain during bowel movements 

Numbness or tingling in the lower back or buttocks

How we can help

Step 1: Diagnosis

At Well-Balanced Family Chiropractic, our experienced chiropractors will review your medical history, lifestyle and conduct a thorough physical examination to determine the cause of your pain and whether chiropractic care is suitable for you. X-rays will be reviewed to identify the root cause and severity of your condition which is key to developing your personalised care plan.

Step 2: Personalised Care

Your care plan is tailored specifically to your condition, that may include the followings:

Chiropractic Adjustments

Soft Tissue Therapy

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) Therapy

Rehab Exercises

Lifestyle Modifications

Step 3: Wellness Care

After completing your initial care plan, you have the option to continue with wellness care to maintain your results and make sure your body is functioning at its best. Most patients visit us every 2-4 weeks depending on their lifestyles.