Ancient Egyptian scribes, though privileged, suffered osteoarthritis and joint strain from extended periods of hieratic cursive writing in positions like kneeling or cross-legged, impacting their skeletons significantly.
Researchers found evidence of strain in joints of scribes' fingers, thumbs, shoulders, and backs due to continuous adoption of specific writing positions, despite writing being considered non-physically demanding at that time.
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