Sacral Fracture
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 6, 2025.
A sacral fracture is a break in your sacrum. The sacrum is a triangle-shaped bone that is found at the bottom of the spine.
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Return to the emergency department if:
- Your leg tingles or feels like pins are being stuck in it.
- Your leg feels numb or weak.
- You have problems controlling your urine or bowel movements.
- Your leg feels warm, tender, and painful. It may look swollen and red.
Call your doctor if:
- You have pain or swelling in your low back area, hip, or buttock that gets worse.
- You have questions or concerns about your condition or care.
Medicines:
You may need any of the following:
- Prescription pain medicine may be given. Ask your healthcare provider how to take this medicine safely. Some prescription pain medicines contain acetaminophen. Do not take other medicines that contain acetaminophen without talking to your healthcare provider. Too much acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Prescription pain medicine may cause constipation. Ask your healthcare provider how to prevent or treat constipation.
- NSAIDs , such as ibuprofen, help decrease swelling, pain, and fever. This medicine is available with or without a doctor's order. NSAIDs can cause stomach bleeding or kidney problems in certain people. If you take blood thinner medicine, always ask if NSAIDs are safe for you. Always read the medicine label and follow directions. Do not give these medicines to children younger than 6 months without direction from a healthcare provider.
- Take your medicine as directed. Contact your healthcare provider if you think your medicine is not helping or if you have side effects. Tell your provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Keep a list of the medicines, vitamins, and herbs you take. Include the amounts, and when and why you take them. Bring the list or the pill bottles to follow-up visits. Carry your medicine list with you in case of an emergency.
Rest:
Rest when you feel it is needed. Slowly start to do more each day. Return to your daily activities as directed. Use a pillow when you sit to decrease the pressure on your sacrum.
Physical therapy
is used to teach you exercises to help improve movement and strength, and to decrease pain.
Follow up with your doctor as directed:
Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.
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