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The evolution of easier births means slower walking and pelvis issues

Last updated: April 10, 2025 1:38 pm
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Pelvis width may influence the risk of birth complications and back pain

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A recent study suggests that the width of a person’s hips is influenced by the evolution of larger brains and upright walking, leading to a complex interplay between these factors. The research, conducted by Vagheesh Narasimhan at the University of Texas at Austin, is the largest of its kind and sheds light on the obstetrical dilemma, a concept that explores the relationship between pelvic width and the risk of birth complications and pelvic floor conditions.

The study, which utilized data from the UK Biobank and involved 31,000 men and women, analyzed various aspects of the pelvis and their correlations with genetic variations and health outcomes. The findings suggest that a wider pelvis may reduce the risk of birth complications but increase the likelihood of pelvic floor-related conditions and hip osteoarthritis. On the other hand, a narrower pelvis may enhance walking speed but elevate the risks of birth complications, back pain, and knee osteoarthritis.

Interestingly, the study found no association between pelvis width and the length of pregnancies, contrary to previous beliefs that narrower hips lead to earlier births to mitigate birth risks. Additionally, the research highlighted a correlation between pelvic width and the size of babies’ heads at birth, indicating a natural selection process that may have been impacted by the rise of C-sections in recent years.

Furthermore, the study revealed that most people have slightly asymmetrical pelvises that align with their handedness, suggesting a link between dominant leg usage and pelvic development. This research has been commended by experts like Scott Simpson at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, for its comprehensive approach integrating anatomy, genetics, clinical data, and behavioral insights.

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Nicole Webb, a researcher at the University of Zurich, emphasized the significance of large datasets in uncovering evolutionary insights and suggested that future studies on more diverse populations could yield even more compelling results. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the intricate relationship between pelvic width, evolution, and health outcomes.

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