Could i have a hairline spine fracture?

Consider Imaging: Patient's with spine fractures typically present with pain. Spine fractures can be obvious & create significant bone deformity, these may require surgery for decompression of the neural canal & stabilization. Fractures can also be small & subtle such that they are not seen on x-ray or even on ct. These may be what you refer to as "hairline." if you & your doctor are concerned for this, get an mr.