Business Details
30 Years
experience
Tailbone Pain Treatment Center in Newark, NJ
Dr. Patrick Foye and the Tailbone Doctor team specialize in diagnosing and treating coccyx pain with a compassionate, evidence-based approach. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Foye has pioneered non-surgical treatments for tailbone injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and chronic pain conditions. The practice combines advanced diagnostic imaging, targeted injections, and personalized care plans to address both traumatic and idiopathic coccydynia. As a professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Dr. Foye integrates academic rigor with clinical expertise, publishing extensively and developing protocols adopted globally. Patients travel from across the U.S. and internationally for consultations, benefiting from fluoroscopically guided procedures and multidisciplinary coordination.The practice emphasizes patient education, offering resources like the book 'Tailbone Pain Relief Now!' and free newsletters to empower informed decision-making. By focusing exclusively on coccyx-related conditions, the team delivers specialized care that general practitioners often cannot provide, with testimonials highlighting significant pain reduction and improved quality of life.
Services
Tailbone Pain Diagnosis
Ganglion Impar Injections
Diagnostic Imaging
Non-Surgical Treatments
Patient Education
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of focused expertise in coccyx pain treatment.
- Our procedures use fluoroscopic guidance for precise injection placement.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to traumatic and non-traumatic cases.
- Our director publishes peer-reviewed research on coccydynia treatments.
- We coordinate multidisciplinary care while avoiding unnecessary surgeries.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
- American Board of Pain Medicine
What people say
90% pain relief in two weeks
Expert diagnostic skills
Life-changing treatment outcomes
Thorough, compassionate care
Effective non-surgical options
Services
Tailbone Pain Diagnosis
Comprehensive assessment of tailbone pain using patient history, physical exams, and imaging. Identifies fractures, dislocations, or soft tissue causes through seated X-rays and MRI reviews. Determines optimal non-surgical treatment pathways based on individual anatomy and pain triggers.
Ganglion Impar Injections
Fluoroscopically guided injections targeting the ganglion impar nerve cluster. Reduces chronic coccyx pain by interrupting pain signal transmission. Combines local anesthetics and steroids for immediate and long-term relief, with repeatable sessions as needed.
Diagnostic Imaging
Specialized X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans focused on the coccyx region. Captures weight-bearing positions to identify abnormalities missed in standard scans. Interprets results alongside patient symptoms to pinpoint pain sources accurately.
Non-Surgical Treatments
Multimodal pain management without surgery. Includes cushion recommendations, medication protocols, and injection therapies. Prioritizes minimally invasive options to restore mobility and reduce reliance on painkillers safely.
Patient Education
Educational resources explaining coccyx anatomy, injury mechanisms, and recovery strategies. Provides book materials, online guides, and personalized advice to help patients understand treatment options and self-management techniques.
People
Patrick M. Foye
Director, Coccyx Pain Center
Board-certified physiatrist with 25+ years specializing in coccyx pain. Professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and author of 'Tailbone Pain Relief Now!'. Developed fluoroscopic injection techniques adopted internationally. Published 50+ medical journal articles on coccydynia.
Questions
What causes tailbone pain?
Tailbone pain (coccydynia) stems from trauma like falls, childbirth, prolonged sitting, or unknown factors. Dr. Foye identifies specific causes through imaging and physical exams.
Do you treat non-traumatic tailbone pain?
Yes, we diagnose and manage idiopathic coccydynia through advanced imaging and targeted therapies, even when no injury history exists.
Are injections safe for tailbone pain?
Fluoroscopically guided injections ensure precise medication placement, minimizing risks while maximizing effectiveness for long-term pain reduction.
Can I use my insurance?
We accept most insurance plans. Contact our office to verify coverage details before your appointment.
How do I prepare for a visit?
Submit prior medical records and imaging. Complete intake forms in advance to optimize your in-person evaluation time with Dr. Foye.
Is surgery required for tailbone pain?
Most cases resolve with non-surgical treatments. Surgery is considered only after conservative options fail, which occurs in <5% of patients.
Reviews (4)
Robert Fritz
Jun 16, 2022
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Doctor Foye as usual is the most compassionate doctor I have ever met. He is truly concerned with my well-being and thoroughly explains all procedures. I would recommend him to anyone with very unique conditions like my coccyx pain.
Ahmed M. Hassan
Jun 16, 2022
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Dr. Foye seems to be very knowledgeable on tailbone issues. However, he has only one trick and he's trying to sell it to all patients: it's steroid injections. He would always try to lure you into doing an injection even if it's not helpful for you. When I saw him from out of state and we did the sit-stand Xray, I had a lot of doubts that the injection could be helpful to me. Especially that I had already done one before.
Yet he kept convincing me that his injection is different than others and it could benefit me. Anyway I agreed with him and went ahead with the injection. And sure enough I got zero benefit out of it. And now I have to deal with the gigantic bills that are coming from his billing office. I just received an $8.6k bill after I already paid $600 on the spot before I did the injection and my insurance paid them another $400.
Isn't $1000 enough for a simple procedure that took less than 15 minutes?! When does this greed end?! This is not to mention his completely disorganized and unprofessional staff, and the very messy and dirty clinic. I really regret flying across the country to see him.
Yet he kept convincing me that his injection is different than others and it could benefit me. Anyway I agreed with him and went ahead with the injection. And sure enough I got zero benefit out of it. And now I have to deal with the gigantic bills that are coming from his billing office. I just received an $8.6k bill after I already paid $600 on the spot before I did the injection and my insurance paid them another $400.
Isn't $1000 enough for a simple procedure that took less than 15 minutes?! When does this greed end?! This is not to mention his completely disorganized and unprofessional staff, and the very messy and dirty clinic. I really regret flying across the country to see him.
Jose Feliciano
May 14, 2022
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Dr. Patrick M. Foye is a very nice doctor who cares for his patients. His team gave me a copy of his book "Tailbone Pain Relief Now! Causes and Treatments for Your Sore or Injured Coccyx". The book is a very useful tool for patients experiencing tailbone pain and Dr. Foye is the specialist to help you! I became his patient and even a fan reader of his work!
S. H.
Oct 07, 2021
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This review is years overdue, but I'm writing it now as I was looking up Dr. Foye's info for a friend. I had terrible coccyx pain years ago and he did one of those injection treatments (I don't recall the formal name, but everyone was wearing x-ray protective covering). Anyway, 15 years later I'm still pain free in that area.
