A tale of two cities: A comparison of urban and rural trauma in Medieval Denmark

ConclusionsThe division and variation in trauma between the two cemeteries is most likely related to differences in economy and occupation.SignificanceThere are relatively few studies that examine the difference in inherent risk of trauma between rural and urban Medieval communities, especially in Denmark. This research also adds to the growing body of literature in paleopathology that uses epidemiology to explore the parallels between patterns of trauma and community lifeways.LimitationsThe cemeteries are approximately 5 km distance from each other so similarities in the sample could be a result of location.Suggestions for further researchA wider sample of Medieval cemeteries in Denmark needs be added to this analysis to provide a more complete picture of trauma patterns during this time period.
Source: International Journal of Paleopathology - Category: Pathology Source Type: research