Coccyx (Tailbone) Injections
Coccyx (Tailbone) Injections at Capital Interventional Pain and Spine Center
At Capital Interventions Pain and Spine Center, we know how persistent Pain could affect everyday activities. We deliver specific coccyx injections to assist restore your comfort and mobility if you are suffering with Pain in the coccyx or tailbone. Our staff is committed to providing you with individualized, minimally intrusive therapies aimed at the underlying source of your Pain.
What is Coccyx Pain?
Coccyx pain, also known as coccydynia, refers to discomfort or Pain in the area of the tailbone near the base of the spine. This ailment can occur for a variety of reasons, including trauma (such as a fall), extended sitting, or degeneration of the coccyx. TPainain may be acute or painful and might be increased by sitting for long periods, standing, or other daily activities.
What Are Coccyx Injections?
One very successful treatment meant to alleviate tailbone pain isPainocaine x-ray. To lower inflammation and offer pain relief, a local anesthetic plus corticosteroid is administered straight into the area surrounding the coccyx during the operation.
Under fluoroscopic (X-ray) direction, the injection guarantees accuracy in pain region targeting. This method reduces discomfort Painng the therapy and improves its efficacy.
Benefits of Coccyx Injections
- Pain Relief: The combination of anesthetic and corticosteroid helps reduce inflammation and provide targeted pain relief.
- Restored Comfort: By alleviating Pain, coccyx injections allow you to return to daily activities comfortably and efficiently.
- Minimally Invasive: The procedure is quick, with little to no recovery time, allowing patients to return to regular routines shortly after.
- Long-Lasting Results: Many patients experience significant, long-term pain relief after a single injection.
Conditions Treated with Coccyx Injections
Coccyx injections are often used to treat:
- Coccydynia (Tailbone Pain)
- Post-traumatic Pain (from falls or injuries)
- Inflammation around the Coccyx
- DegeneraPain Changes in the Tailbone Area
These injections can reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and help restore function to the tailbone, providing lasting relief.
What to Expect During the Procedure
Coccyx injections are typically performed in an outpatient setting and are completed quickly. The procedure involves:
- Preparation: The injection site is cleansed, and then, to reduce Pain, a local anesthetic is given.
- Injection: Using fluoroscopic guidance, the physician carefully inserts the needle and administers the medication directly around the coccyx.
- Post-Procedure Care: You may experience mild soreness after the injection, but this should resolve quickly. Most patients can resume regular activities not long after the operation.
Why Choose Capital Interventional Pain and Spine Center?
Capital Interventional Pain and Spine Center takes a patient-centered approach to care, ensuring each treatment is tailored to your needs. Our knowledgeable staff helps you go back to living free from the weight of chronic Pain by delivering efficient pain relief using the newest approaches.
If you suffer from coccyx pain, contact us now for a consultation and hear from an expert on how coccyx injections could relieve and enhance your quality of life. Let us help you return to the activities you love with less Pain and greater mobility.
