Although we have evolved into adults without tails, we still have a triangular bony structure at the tip of the spine, which consists of three to five tail vertebrae and is maintained fixed by joints and ligaments. We usually call it coccyx. Pain and discomfort in the coccygeal region are called coccygeal pain. Trauma, dislocation and even coccygeal fracture can cause coccygeal pain. This kind of injury heals slowly, but most coccygeal injuries can be cured. Causes of coccygeal pain 1. Sitting Injury Most coccygeal injuries are caused by direct injuries to the coccygeal region, the most common being direct falls and sitting on hard ground. 2. Female childbirth Pelvic ligaments are relatively loose during pregnancy, and the coccyx is Read More …