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Tailbone Trauma

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Alternate Names : Coccyx Injury

Definition

Tailbone trauma is an injury to the small bone at the lower tip of the spine.

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Actual fractures of the tailbone (coccyx) are infrequent. Tailbone trauma usually involves bruising of the bone or pulling of the ligaments.


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Definition
Tailbone Trauma: Overview & Considerations
Tailbone Trauma: Causes
Tailbone Trauma: Symptoms & Signs
Tailbone Trauma: Prevention
Tailbone Trauma: First Aid
Tailbone Trauma: Do Not
Call Immediately for Emergency Medical Assistance if
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Review Date : 10/30/2002
Reviewed By : A.D.A.M. editorial. Previous review: Kevin B. Freedman, M.D., Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush-Presbyterian Medical Center, Chicago, IL.Review provided by VeriMed Health Network. (5/25/2001)

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