Question
What is the cause of lower cervical spine pain in a 16-year-old?
Answer
Lower cervical spine pain can have many causes. Pain in the tailbone area can be due to damage to the tailbone or nearby soft tissue, which can be caused by trauma, incorrect posture, bone calcification and degeneration, or previous tailbone injuries during childhood. Additionally, excessive pressure on the tailbone and nearby soft tissue during childbirth can also be a factor. In daily life, it is important to change your posture and break bad habits, and engage in some simple exercises to achieve some improvement. If the condition is severe or worsening, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Furthermore, if the pain radiates to the bottom of the foot, it may be due to bone spurs compressing the nerve, causing pain. Immediate medical consultation should be sought.