My mom just fell on her ski at the park and hit her tailbone... how can I mend it.. or help her?
2007-02-18 18:46:45 · 5 answers · asked by Rammer 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Her body will mend the tailbone by itself. You should give her the first aid she needs:
R.I.C.E (similar for treatment of a sprain)
o Rest
o Ice - plenty of that about
o Compression
o Elevation
Simple pain relief
o Paracetamol/acetaminophen
o Ibuprofen if she can have it
Make sure her bones heal well
o Sunlight
o Quit smoking
o Calcium - drink milk, eat cheese, eat yoghurt
2007-02-18 18:51:24 · answer #1 · answered by Orinoco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
THE TAIL BONE (COCCYX) INJURY INFO IS HERE
Coccyx Injury
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
A bruise in the area of the tail bone, or coccyx, is usually not serious, though it may make it painful to sit or to walk.
Causes
The injury is usually the result of a fall or an accident.
Signs/Symptoms
There will be pain or bruising. It may hurt to have a bowel movement.
Care
There is no treatment other than measures to relieve the pain.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Apply ice to the sore area for 15 to 20 minutes each hour for the first 1 to 2 days. Put the ice in a plastic bag and place a towel between the bag of ice and your skin.
After the first 1 to 2 days, you may apply heat to the injury to help relieve pain. Use a warm heating pad (set on low), whirlpool bath, or warm, moist towels for 15 to 20 minutes every hour for 48 hours. Lie on your stomach, DO NOT lie on the heating pad.
Sitting on a large rubber ring or a cushion may ease the pain. Some people feel more comfortable sitting on a hard surface.
You may increase your activity as the pain allows.
You may use over-the-counter medicines to ease the pain. Take stool softeners if bowel movements are painful. Take all medications exactly as directed by your doctor.
Call Your Doctor If...
Your pain becomes worse.
Bowel movements cause a lot of discomfort.
You are unable to move your bowels.
2007-02-19 02:57:12 · answer #2 · answered by Dr. Albert, DDS, (USA) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the nature of the injury. I'd say use an ice pack for 10 minutes every few hours or so for one day, just until the area is cool and a bit numb. If it helps her use it if not then dont. Maybe help your mom to just relax on the sofa with a good book and her feet up. Bring her some juice and snacks and make her feel like a princess. She'll feel better for sure.
2007-02-19 02:51:10 · answer #3 · answered by inquirygirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Arnica Mont cream or Rescue Remedy Cream should help her. If that doesn't, she should see a doctor.
2007-02-19 02:51:45 · answer #4 · answered by Swamy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it will take months to heal..it will hurt when she sits donw...sit down gently..i know
2007-02-19 02:49:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋