Are you experiencing tailbone pain with spondylitis? That's a really common complaint — you're definitely not alone in dealing with this.
Tailbone and lower back pain are often among the earliest signs of spondylitis. The pain typically starts in the sacroiliac joints, which connect the lower back to the hips, causing Show Full Answer
Are you experiencing tailbone pain with spondylitis? That's a really common complaint — you're definitely not alone in dealing with this.
Tailbone and lower back pain are often among the earliest signs of spondylitis. The pain typically starts in the sacroiliac joints, which connect the lower back to the hips, causing inflammation known as sacroiliitis.
Some MySpondylitisTeam members have shared their experiences:
- "If I sit for more than an hour, my tailbone and neck hurt."
- One member described tailbone pain beginning as early as age 14, which gradually spread throughout the body.
Here are some things worth knowing about tailbone pain with spondylitis:
- Morning stiffness is very typical — pain tends to be worst after waking and improves with movement
- Prolonged sitting can aggravate it
- Pain can spread upward over time into the mid and upper back, and even the neck
- A rheumatologist can assess whether inflammation in the sacroiliac joints is contributing
Managing it may involve NSAIDs for pain relief, physical therapy, and movement-based exercises. It's worth discussing the severity and pattern of your tailbone pain with your doctor so they can tailor your treatment plan accordingly.
April 28
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