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- 01/04/2021
What is the fastest way to heal a sore tailbone?
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Lean forward while sitting down. Apply heat or ice to the affected area. Sit on a doughnut-shaped pillow or wedge (V-shaped) cushion. Take over-the-counter pain relievers
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Consult a Orthopaedician
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