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Compression fracture 
Pathophysiology
osteoporosis, osteoclastic activity exceeds osteoblastic activity, resulting in a generalized decrease in bone density. The osteoporosis weakens the bone to the point that even a minor fall on the tailbone, causing an axial load or flexion, results in one or more compression fractures.
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Reference
Dalsy GP,Stocke KS,Ehsani AA,Slatopolsky E.Lee W,Birge SJ
Weight-bearing exercise training and lumbar bone mineralcontent in post menopausal women.
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