Coccyx Pain (Tailbone): TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Lower Back

Overview

Coccyx pain—tailbone pain—is surprisingly common, affecting more women than men (by a ratio of about 5:1). It can range from a dull ache when sitting to sharp pain when transitioning from sitting to standing.

The coccyx is the small, triangular bone at the very bottom of your spine. It’s the remnant of the tail we had in our evolutionary past—but it’s not useless! It provides attachment for several pelvic floor muscles and ligaments that support the pelvic organs.