Neanderthals Had Flatter Feet Than Modern Humans, Which May Have Helped Them Navigate Rough Terrain

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Learn how comparing fossil heels of Neanderthals to modern humans shows how our ancient cousins adapted to a physically demanding lifestyle, while modern life may have made our heels less robust.

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Neanderthals Had Flatter Feet Than Modern Humans, Which May Have Helped Them Navigate Rough Terrain
Learn how comparing fossil heels of Neanderthals to modern humans shows how our ancient cousins adapted to a physically demanding lifestyle, while modern life may have made our heels less robust.

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