Tailbone pain relief: does adding a steroid injection help?
NCT ID NCT07200765
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at two treatments for long-term tailbone pain (coccydynia) that hasn't improved with basic care like cushions or physical therapy. Researchers will compare a nerve block alone versus the nerve block plus a steroid injection into the lower back. They will check if the combination provides better pain relief after 6 months in 56 adults.
What this could mean
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Active substance
ganglion impar block and caudal epidural steroid injection
What this could lead to
If the combination works better, it could offer a more effective, non-surgical option for people with stubborn tailbone pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, retrospective study (56 people) that looks back at medical records, not a controlled trial. Results may not apply to everyone, and the added steroid injection carries small risks like infection or nerve irritation.
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Locations
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Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Algology
Mersin, Mersin, 33110, Turkey (Türkiye)