(plural gaiters) 1  A covering of cloth or leather for the ankle and instep; see spats. 2  A covering cloth or leather for the whole leg from the knee to the instep, fitting down upon the shoe. 3  Part of the ecclesiastical garb of a bishop.
Tailbone pain â pain that occurs in or around the bony structure at the bottom of the spine (coccyx) â can be caused by trauma to the coccyx during a fall, prolonged sitting on a hard or narrow surface, degenerative joint changes, or vaginal childbirth.
Causes and remedies for this painful injury. If your tailbone hurts, you know that it is, quite literally, a pain in the backside. Not to worry, though â understanding the causes and finding treatment options for tailbone pain will help you feel better. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center.