Prognosis | Contusion coccyx

Prognosis

If there is no fracture or dislocation in addition to the coccyx contusion, the prognosis for a coccyx contusion is favorable. After adequate pain therapy, protection and cooling, the pain should subside after 2 to 6 weeks. However, especially athletes should take care to observe the 2 to 6 week period of rest and not to do any sports.

Too early exposure can lead to disturbances in the healing phase and thus to a prolonged healing process of up to several months and years. This, in turn, can be accompanied by complications and restricted movement in the long term. If there is a complicated coccyx fracture or a dislocation (dislocation), surgery should be considered, as instabilities can lead to pain and osteoarthritis in the sacroiliac joint in the long term. However, even in this case, the prognosis is favorable with adequate therapy.

Prophylaxis

There is no specific prophylaxis or prevention of coccyx bruising. Athletes should watch out for falls and try to cushion them otherwise (special rolling techniques).Elderly people should pay attention to stable footwear and try to avoid falls. If pain persists for longer than a few days, a doctor should be consulted immediately so that a possible coccyx fracture or dislocation is ruled out.

Likewise, long periods of sitting that cause permanent pressure on the coccyx should be avoided. As a compensation, running should be practiced. If there is already a coccyx contusion, an adequate therapy should be carried out and a cure should be followed. This can avoid future complications.