Myth or fact: Are ‘Venus holes’ on your back indicative of good health?
Dr Santosh Pandey, naturopath and acupuncturist, Rejua Energy Centre, Mumbai said that these dimples are a result of the way fat is distributed in the body
Are ‘Venus’ holes helpful? (representative) (Source: Freepik)
There are pertinent questions related to our human body that we have explored in our Know Your Body series for you. But there are still a lot of myths related to certain endearing aspects of our body that need a lot more insight. One such is ‘Venus holes’ or Venus dimples located in some people in the lower back, one on either side of the spine, just above the pelvic bone. These indentations, according to a post on Instagram, signify that one leads a healthy life and is not overweight. However, is that really true?
Dr Shrey Srivastav, MD (Internal Medicine), Sharda Hospital called these indentations on the lower back a “common cosmetic feature”. “They’re due to short ligaments connecting the pelvis to the skin, but they have no medical implications. Not only are they harmless, but they can even be considered a sign of beauty, especially in women,” Dr Srivastav told indianexpress.com.
This is why, according to Healthline.com, the name is derived from Venus, the Roman goddess of beauty.
While some say it’s a good sign for pelvic circulation which may be an evolutionary preference linked to pregnancy-related benefits, such as pelvic stability, good sex, and the ability to bear weight, Dr Srivastav shared that there’s no research that suggests these claims are true. “So there is no such kind of relationship with good health,” said Dr Srivastav.
Dr Prithaviraj Deshmukh, orthopedic surgeon, and pain management specialist at Nexus Day Surgery Center, Mumbai debunked the myth as well. “The sacrum is a triangular bone located at the base of the spine, consisting of fused vertebrae. The dimples are situated where the sacrum and the iliac bones of the pelvis meet. These small depressions are formed by the ligaments and connective tissues that overlay this area,” said Dr Deshmukh.
Dr Santosh Pandey, naturopath and acupuncturist, Rejua Energy Centre, Mumbai concurred and elucidated that the dimples are a result of the way fat is distributed in the body. “There is no known medical significance or health implication associated with the presence or absence of Venus holes. They are a natural variation in the appearance of the body and do not indicate anything specific about a person’s health,” said Dr Pandey.
Individuals with a lower body fat percentage are more likely to have prominent Venus holes because there is less fat covering this area. “Genetics also play a role; some people are genetically predisposed to having more noticeable Venus holes,” said Dr Deshmukh.
Experts suggest that Venus holes have gained attention for their perceived aesthetic appeal. “Some people find them attractive and associate them with beauty and desirability. As a result, some individuals may even undergo cosmetic procedures to accentuate or create the appearance of Venus holes through dermal piercings or tattoos,” said Dr Deshmukh.
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