Coccydynia is an inflammation of the tip of the tailbone, called the coccyx. It causes pain and tenderness between the buttocks.
Coccydynia can be caused by sitting for extended periods, childbirth, an injury such as a fall or even spontaneously with an unknown cause.
This condition produces severe sensitivity and an aching sensation around the tailbone. It is made worse by sitting, during bowel movements or during sexual intercourse.
The treatment can include a padded seat cushion, medications, nerve blocks or sacral nerve stimulation. Occasionally, surgery in the coccyx is needed.