Definition of gaiter for English Language Learners. : a cloth or leather covering worn over the lower part of the leg especially to keep the legs and ankles dry when hiking.
There are many different conditions that can lead to tailbone pain. Often, the cause of the pain is unknown (idiopathic) and never determined. Conditions known to lead to coccyx pain include the following. Trauma: Injury to the coccyx is a very common cause of tailbone pain. Injury to the coccyx may lead to a bruise, fracture, or dislocation of the coccyx. A fall onto the tailbone in the seated position, usually against a hard surface, is a common cause of coccyx injury.
Tailbone Injury Overview. A coccyx injury results in pain and discomfort in the tailbone area (the condition is called coccydynia). These injuries may result in a bruise, dislocation, or fracture (break) of the coccyx.Although they may be slow to heal, the majority of coccyx injuries can be managed with cautious treatment.ailbone Injury Causes. Most tailbone injuries are caused by trauma to the coccyx area. 1  A fall onto the tailbone in the seated position, usually against a hard surface, is the most common cause of coccyx injuries. 2  A direct blow to the tailbone, such as those that occur during contact sports, can injure the coccyx.