The treatment of slipped tailbone can be broadly categorized into two types: conservative treatment and surgical treatment, which are chosen differently according to the severity of the disease.
1. Conservative treatment: Conservative treatment is available for patients with less severe symptoms, no compression of nerves, no impact on bowel function, and patients who do not tolerate surgery. Common conservative treatment options include manipulation and external fixation, taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics (e.g., ibuprofen, indomethacin, etc.), in addition to bed rest and correction of poor posture.
2. Surgery: For patients with severe slipping, compression of peripheral nerves leading to sensory deficits in the area around the cauda equina as well as dysfunction of urination and defecation, surgical treatment should be performed. Surgical program is mainly for incision and internal fixation, after the operation, you can wear a waist cuff, which will help the recovery.
Slipped caudal vertebrae should go to the relevant departments of regular hospitals, under the guidance of professional physicians for treatment, do not blindly use their own medication, so as not to delay the condition.