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Sacrococcygeal Injury Home Care

Home care for a sacrococcygeal injury includes:

Avoid pressure on the sacrum and coccyx:

Coccyx cushion
Donut pillow

Apply cold compresses:

Apply for 20-30 minutes, 4-6 times a day, for the first few days.

Return to walking as soon as possible.
Avoid constipation:

Eat a high fiber diet.

Acetaminophen for pain
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain:

Take prescribed medications as directed.

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Last Updated: Nov 6, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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