Growth plate, Orthopedics FAQ

Can Men Still Grow Taller After Growth Plate Closure? Expert Insights

Questions about growth plates? Hello, Doctor. I am 19 years old, and assuming there are no accidents, the growth plates in my legs have likely closed. However, I still hope to grow 1 to 2 centimeters taller. Recently, I came across an interesting article at this link: https://zhu...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is theoretically impossible. 2. X-rays of the knee joint or wrist joint. 3. It cannot grow. 4. It has no significant effect.

Can I Still Grow Taller at 17? Understanding Growth Plates and Height Potential

Height issues Hello, Doctor: 1. I am currently 17 years old and approximately 162.5 cm tall. I have grown over 1 cm in the past six months. Is it still possible for me to reach a height of 165 to 170 cm? 2. When I was 16, I had an X-ray of my growth plates, and the doctor only m...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. If the growth plates have already closed, theoretically, one will not grow taller. 2. Exercise can strengthen muscles and bones, and some activities may also stimulate bone growth. 3. It is unlikely for college students to grow taller.

Can You Still Grow Taller After Age 19? Understanding Growth Plates and Spine Growth

Can a 19-year-old still grow taller? I recently came across some articles where some doctors mentioned that there is still a slight chance of growth after the growth plates have closed. I would like to ask if this growth pertains to the spine? If so, at what age does the growth p...

Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
After the growth plates have fused, it is still possible to grow an additional 1-3 centimeters. This requires: 1. Adequate sleep 2. A balanced diet, including more whole foods and reducing refined processed foods and sugars 3. Impact exercises: running, jumping rope, aerobic acti...

Can an 11-Year-Old Return to Table Tennis After Wrist Fracture Surgery?

Distal radius fracture of the right wrist? Hello, Doctor: The patient is an 11-year-old child who underwent surgical fixation with a steel pin for a distal radius fracture in the right wrist two months ago. Now, two months post-operation, the X-ray shows good bone healing. May I ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
An 11-year-old child typically has a shorter healing time compared to adults, so it is currently acceptable for them to engage in light exercise. Mild pain is considered normal.

Can You Still Grow Taller at 26? Exploring Height Increase Options

Is it still possible to grow taller? At 26 years old, with a height of 172 cm, it is unlikely that you will grow taller naturally, as most individuals reach their maximum height by their late teens to early twenties when the growth plates in the bones close. If you are aiming to ...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, a 26-year-old male, the growth plates have been closed for a long time, so further height increase is unlikely. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.

How Tall Can I Grow? Understanding Height Potential and Growth Factors

Height growth issues Hello, Doctor: 1. I am currently about 162 cm tall. What is the maximum height I can reach? My father is about 165 cm and my mother is around 150 cm. 2. Until what age can I continue to grow, and is there still room for improvement? 3. I often get teased ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is necessary to check whether the growth plates have closed. If the growth plates have already closed, theoretically, there will be no further height increase.

Understanding Pediatric Forearm Fractures: Concerns and Recovery

Pediatric radial bone fracture? In a pediatric case of a forearm fracture, specifically involving the radius and ulna, it has been 5 weeks since the injury. The ulna has healed, but the radius still shows an angulation of 27 degrees. Will this lead to nonunion or adversely affect...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: It will not cause nonunion. Currently, there is a 27-degree deformity that requires careful observation. The younger the patient, the closer the fracture site is to the distal radius growth plate, the greater the ability for remodeling, and it may be possible to correct it...

Can I Still Grow Taller at 17? Understanding Growth Plate Closure

Growth issues Hello Dr. Lee, I am 17 years old and will turn 18 in mid-August. I haven't grown much in height for the past two years (basically not even a centimeter, possibly because I usually sleep at 1 or 2 AM). Is there still a chance for me to grow taller?

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: The chances of growing taller are slim, but it is not absolutely impossible. If you really want to grow taller, please visit the Metabolism and Endocrinology Department for further evaluation. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.

Understanding Growth Plate Issues: What to Monitor for Your Teen's Development

Growth plate issues I went for an X-ray of the growth plates for my 15-year-old son, and the results show that there is still significant space in the growth plates of his hands, while the growth plates in his feet are nearly closed. What should I pay attention to? Should I get a...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Engaging in regular exercise, consuming nutritious foods, and ensuring adequate sleep may help you grow a little taller without the need for additional X-rays.

Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth Potential at 15

Is there a chance of having a normal height? Since the first year of junior high school, my height was 155 cm, then 161 cm in the second year, and three months ago I measured 166 cm in the third year. It seems I have grown about 5.6 cm in a year, while my classmates have grown 7....

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Maintaining regular exercise is sufficient; excessive exercise can be harmful.

Understanding Growth Pain and Scoliosis in Adolescents: Height Concerns

Height / Scoliosis / Growing Pains I got my first period in fifth grade when I was 148 cm tall. I graduated from elementary school at 152 cm, with my father at 173 cm and my mother at 170 cm. Based on genetic height, I should be around 164 cm, but now in ninth grade, I am only 15...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, height is generally related to factors such as genetics, nutrition, sleep, exercise, and hormonal levels. Typically, a person's height will fall between the heights of their parents, but there are many exceptions. Nutrition, sleep, and exercise are aspects we can acti...

Can I Still Grow Taller After My Growth Plates Have Closed?

Growth plate issues Hello, I am currently in the second year of junior high school and my height is only 157 cm. I found out from an X-ray that my growth plates have already fused. Is there any way for me to reach at least 165 cm? Or is it already impossible? Are there any surger...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It may no longer be possible to grow taller. Currently, there is a limb lengthening surgery available, but very few people undergo it due to the numerous complications and the challenging process involved.

Can Current Medical Technology Reopen Growth Plates for Height Increase?

According to current medical technology, is it possible to reopen and regenerate growth plates? Hello doctor, I am currently 33 years old, 170 cm tall (male), and I would like to grow to 178 cm. Is there any medical technology available that can reopen the growth plates? Or are t...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The unlikely procedure of bone lengthening surgery can slightly increase the length of bones.

Can You Still Grow Taller After 16? Tips for Achieving Your Height Goals

Growth issues Hello, according to what you said, can I not grow taller after the age of 16? If it's possible, what can I do to reach a height of 180-182 cm?

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Height is related to skeletal age; theoretically, once the growth plates have closed, further height increase is not possible.

Can You Still Grow Taller After Growth Plate Closure? Exploring Options

If the growth plates have closed, are there any other methods to increase height? Hello, two days ago I visited the hospital, and the doctor informed me that the growth plates in my hands have already closed. I would like to ask: 1. If the growth plates in my hands have closed,...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Administering growth hormone after the growth plates have closed is ineffective. 2. The claims circulating on the internet are incorrect. 3. There are no foods that can achieve this. 4. There is no such method. 5. Limb lengthening surgery involves a surgical technique ...

Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Understanding Growth Potential

Growth issues Hello, I will be turning 16 in a few days. However, my height is only 174/175 cm. I drink 2-3 cups of milk every day, go to bed at 10:30 PM, and stretch and exercise whenever I have the time. Can I still grow taller? Is it possible for me to reach a height of 178-18...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the growth plates in the bones have not yet closed, there is still a possibility for further height increase. However, if they are completely closed, theoretically, no additional height growth will occur. At the age of 15, there may still be a slight chance for growth.

Can I Still Grow Taller After Starting My Period?

Is there still a way to grow taller? I got my period when I was in fifth grade, almost sixth grade, and I didn't grow significantly taller in the years leading up to that. My dad is 165 cm and my mom is 153 cm. I would like to know if I still have a chance to grow taller in ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
At the age of 12, girls typically have not yet closed their growth plates, which means they can continue to grow taller. With a balanced diet and regular exercise, there is a possibility for further height increase.

Is There Still a Chance to Grow Taller?

Is there still a chance to grow taller? Hello, doctor. I suddenly grew 14 centimeters two years ago, and I am now about 174 centimeters tall. I grew 4 centimeters last year, but now I've only grown 0.5 centimeters (I usually go to bed around 1 to 2 AM). Is there still a chan...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the growth plates have completely closed, there is no chance for further height increase. If they have not yet closed, there is still a possibility for additional growth.

Should I Consider Surgery for O-Shaped Calves to Increase Height?

The bones in my calves are growing unevenly, and I want to increase my height? I am 15-16 years old, female, and my height is 147-148 cm. I feel that my calves have an O-shape, so my family took me to see an orthopedic doctor. He said that the inner side of my calf bones is devel...

Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, from your article, the main concerns are height and the O-shaped issue. Generally, if the lateral growth plate of the proximal tibia grows faster, it can indeed lead to the phenomenon you mentioned. In your case, if conservative treatment does not yield satisfactory result...

Understanding Growth Plate Closure: Myths and Facts About Height Increase

Growth plate closure issues Hello Doctor: I am 16 years old, 155 cm tall, and my height has not increased much in the past six months to a year. I recently came across an advertisement online about height increase products. When I inquired, they claimed that their product could r...

Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
"The following methods can help with height increase for your reference. Currently, medically proven methods that are effective for growing taller include: A: Increasing sleep duration; you should aim for at least 8-10 hours of sleep per day based on your age. B: Avoid sugar...

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