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Tailbone Trauma Considerations:
Actual fractures to the tailbone are infrequent. Tailbone trauma usually causes bruising to the bone or pulling of the ligaments.
Causes:
Backward falls onto a hard surface such as a slippery floor or ice are the most common cause of this injury.
Symptoms:
- pain experienced with sitting or pressure on the tailbone
- bruising on the lower portion of the spine
Do not:
- DO NOT attempt to move the victim if you suspect injury to the neck or spine.
Call Your Healthcare Provider if:
First Aid:
For tailbone trauma where no spinal cord injury is suspected: - give acetaminophen for pain.
- relieve pressure on tailbone by sitting on an inflatable rubber ring or by arranging cushions for comfort.
Prevention:
- Teach your child not to run on slippery surfaces, such as around a swimming pool.
- Dress your child in shoes with good tread or slip resistant soles, especially in snow or ice.
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