Medieval Polish Giantess with 215 cm Height and Degenerative Joint Disease. Skeleton unearthed outside medieval church in Poland Woman reached height of 215 cm, taller than Roman and Egyptian giants Abnormally large bones with degenerative joint disease and disc herniations throughout spine
Archaeologists found a medieval Polish woman who reached 7 feet 2 inches (218 cm) tall. Her spine showed evidence of degenerative joint disease with disc herniations, healed fractures, and bone changes. She survived to middle age, supported by her community. ⚰️🩺
Key facts:
- Skeleton unearthed from a medieval cemetery in Poland
- Woman reached towering height of 7'2" (218 cm)
- Abnormally large bones with degenerative joint disease and disc herniations throughout spine
- Broken right upper arm and left lower leg showing signs of healing
- Evidence of lung inflammation on ribs
Key Facts
- Skeleton unearthed outside medieval church in Poland
- Woman reached height of 215 cm, taller than Roman and Egyptian giants
- Abnormally large bones with degenerative joint disease and disc herniations throughout spine
- Broken right upper arm and left lower leg showing signs of healing
- Evidence of lung inflammation on ribs
- Survived to middle adulthood and received care for broken bones, indicating she was part of her society
- Weak bones and fractures attributed to gigantism affecting bone mineral density
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