Ilgųjų kaulų lūžiai ir išnirimai XIV–XVII a. Alytuje
The analysis of long bone fractures and dislocations in 14th–17th century Alytus, Lithuania
Author(s): Rimantas Jankauskas, Justina KozakaitėSubject(s): Archaeology
Published by: Lietuvos istorijos institutas
Keywords: fractures; accidental injuries; Alytus; Medieval
Summary/Abstract: The article analyses the 14th–17th century Alytus community long bone fractures and dislocations. Based on archaeological, historical, and osteological data certain environmental conditions and possible health hazards are assessed including the cause and later consequences of fractures. Analysis demonstrated that Medieval Alytus community was exposed to similar risk of fractures compared with similar Medieval town type communities.
Journal: Lietuvos archeologija
- Issue Year: 2013
- Issue No: 39
- Page Range: 73-96
- Page Count: 24
- Language: Lithuanian