i have RA and i just started getting
really bad pain in my tailbone. i don't
know if that would be considered a joint
or not. does anyone else have this pain?
or is it just me.
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Posted: 03-15-08 14:29pm
The coccyx, or tailbone, is located at the
end of the pain. Officially, coccydynia
is pain in the tailbone. The main symptom
of coccyx injury is severe pain and
tenderness in the tailbone area,
particularly when sitting. It is common a
common symptom of RA.
To treat the pain, you can try:
* Applying ice to the coccyx for 15 to
20 minutes at a time, four times a day,
during the first few days after the
injury.
* Use a pain reliever such as
acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen
(Advil, Motrin) as needed.
* Sit on a donut-shaped pillow, which
keeps the injured area away from the hard
surface of a chair. These pillows can be
purchased at a medical-supply store.
* Avoid sitting for long periods of
time, if possible.
* Laser light therapy can help pain
(FDA approved)
* Find a glucosamine supplement that
is agreeable to you.
* Constipation can make bowel
movements painful, so prevent it by eating
a diet high in fiber and drinking plenty
of fluids. Your doctor may also prescribe
a stool softener to achieve the same
result.
* Some people report ease of symptoms
after 'Islamic cupping'.
* Spend some time in a hot tub or
whirlpool, if possible, which will reduce
pain and swelling. For severe pain, your
doctor may prescribe a stronger pain
reliever, administer anesthetic and
steroid injections, or refer you to a
physical therapist. Surgical treatment
usually is not required.
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