@bonemuseum: Rider bones are fascinating examples of how the body adapts to repeated stress! These extra bone growths, also known as exostoses, form where the muscles and ligaments repeatedly pull on the bone, like on the inner thighs or pelvis in horseback riders. In the past, long hours on horseback made these growths more common, today, they’re far less common thanks to advancements in riding gear, better saddles, and fewer people relying on horses for daily transportation. Modern riders, with improved techniques and shorter riding durations, are less likely to develop these bone changes, but they still serve as a fascinating reminder of how the body adapts to its environment!