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My coccyx can be felt and is sharp. should i do an x-ray? i have never felt any pains when i sit, stand, lay down, or walk.
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X-ray: No, you don't need to expose your body to unnecessary radio graphic studies. Many people's coccyx is easily palpable
Answered 6/20/2014
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