A coccyx nerve block is a minimally invasive procedure that involves a precise shot of medication near the coccyx nerve, located close to the base of the spine. This injection typically consists of local anesthetic that temporarily numbs the affected area, and steroid to reduce inflammation. By blocking the nerve’s ability to transmit pain signals to the brain, the procedure provides immediate relief from the discomfort associated with tailbone ache.
If you are suffering from severe, persistent, or chronic pain in your tailbone area, it is possible that a coccyx nerve block might be the effective solution to relieve your discomfort.
Our pain management experts in Somerset, Monroe, Ewing, Englewood Cliffs, Jersey City, Hoboken, Bloomfield, Freehold, Clark, and Elizabeth, New Jersey, are committed to helping patients find relief and regain control of their everyday lives.
The coccyx is a group of small bones fused together, it is the last bone at the base of your spine. In essence this bone plays an important role in supporting your weight and helping you balance when you sit down.
Tailbone pain causes you to have difficulty staying seated for long periods of time, which may be worse when seated on hard surfaces, or to feel discomfort when you go from sitting to standing. This can be the result of different causes, such as:
Fortunately, when it comes to severe, persistent or chronic pain in the tail bone, a coccyx nerve block is a minimally invasive procedure that offers targeted pain relief, helping you regain comfort and improve your quality of life.
The treatment would be guided through x-ray, and the skin around the injection area would be sterilized and numbed to prepare the location for the dose, which contains a combination of anesthetic, and sometimes steroids, to relieve pain and inflammation. This process does not require an overnight stay, but you will be observed for about an hour after the procedure.
The coccyx nerve block serves not only as a diagnostic but also a therapeutic pain relief.
For diagnosis purposes, it can help determine whether the coccyx nerve is the source of your pain. If you experience significant relief after the injection, it confirms that the coccyx is indeed causing your discomfort.
For therapeutic pain relief purposes, the nerve block can offer long-lasting relief, sometimes lasting for weeks or even months. This can give patients the opportunity to engage in physical therapy, which may help address the underlying causes of the pain and improve long-term mobility.
If you are suffering from persistent tailbone pain, at University Pain and Spine Center we can help you take the first step to a life free of discomfort. Our team of pain management experts are here to determine if this procedure is the right choice for you, through a patient focussed approach we will tailor the right treatment for your specific needs.
Our experts in Somerset, Monroe, Ewing, Englewood Cliffs, Bloomfield, Freehold, and Clark, are committed to helping patients find relief and regain control of their everyday lives. Contact us and schedule a consultation with experts today to start with the right treatment for you.
