Sacrococcygeal Injury
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Sacrococcygeal Injury Outlook
What to expect with a sacrococcygeal injury:
The outlook for sacrococcygeal injuries depends on the extent of the injury.
Fractures may require 6 to 8 weeks to heal completely.
Contusions
may require 3 to 4 weeks to heal completely.
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Sacrococcygeal Injury Complications
Related Topics:
Back injury
Coccyx contusion
Coccyx fracture
Coccyx pain
Pelvic bone fracture
Sacrum fracture
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Last Updated: Jul 29, 2008
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