What is the fastest way to heal a sore tailbone?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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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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I just found out I have a grade 2 ligament tear in my right knee can this heal on its own with rest and rehab or will I need ACL surgery to fix it properly

A grade 2 ligament tear in your knee, specifically the ACL, can often heal with conservative treatment like rest, ice, and physical therapy, but surgery may be needed in some cases. The decision to operate depends on factors like the ligament involved, your activity level, and your overall health.

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My mom had a total hip replacement on July 23, 2016 but she still has severe pain near the hip and leg joint area. She also feels pain when lifting or lowering her leg and sometimes says her whole body hurts. What could be causing this and what should we do next?

we can then consider surgical options.

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can you suggest a skilled surgeon for my upcoming operation and give me an idea of the cost involved also any recommendations for good hospitals would be helpful

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