Coccygeal
Coccygeal (kɒkˈsɪdʒiəl)
The term "Coccygeal" refers to anything related to the coccyx, also known as the tailbone. The word is derived from the Greek word "kokkux," which means "cuckoo" due to the resemblance of the bone to the bird's beak.
Anatomy
The coccyx is the final segment of the vertebral column in humans and certain apes. It is composed of three to five coccygeal vertebrae or spinal bones, which are the remnants of a vestigial tail. Most commonly, the coccyx consists of four or five separate or fused vertebrae. The coccyx is located in the pelvic region, situated below the sacrum.
Clinical Significance
Coccygeal pain, also known as coccydynia, is a medical condition characterized by pain in the lower back or tailbone area. It can occur after trauma to the area, prolonged sitting on a hard or narrow surface, childbirth, or surgery. Treatment options for coccydynia include physical therapy, medication, and in severe cases, surgical removal of the coccyx (coccygectomy).
Related Terms
- Coccyx: The small, triangular bone at the base of the spinal column in humans and other apes, formed of fused vestigial vertebrae.
- Coccydynia: A medical condition characterized by pain in the coccyx or tailbone area, often brought on by sitting too abruptly.
- Coccygectomy: The surgical removal of the coccyx, usually as a last resort treatment for coccydynia.
- Sacrum: A large, triangular bone at the base of the spine and at the upper and back part of the pelvic cavity, where it is inserted like a wedge between the two hip bones.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coccygeal
- Wikipedia's article - Coccygeal
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