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.
When an individual falls directly onto their tailbone, it may bruise. The likelihood of a severe injury increases if you fall on a very hard surface, such as hardwood floors or concrete. An ice skating accident is a common cause of an injured tailbone. A blow: A direct blow to the tailbone will result in a bruise.