Growth, Orthopedics FAQ

Can You Still Grow Taller After Growth Plate Closure at 21?

Closure of the growth plates? When I was 20 years old, I had an examination of my growth plates, and there was only a small amount left, about the size of a sesame seed. Now that I am 21, is there still a chance for me to grow taller? I've heard many people say that males ma...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After the age of 15-16, the growth plates in males will close. Once the growth plates are closed, it is not possible to grow taller, and medications or calcium supplementation will not have any effect.

Scaphoid Bone Injury: Healing Challenges and Surgical Options

Scaphoid bone inquiry Fell from the third floor and sustained severe injuries to both wrists. The scaphoid bone has a fracture, and the doctor used a steel pin to stabilize it. A year has passed, but the scaphoid has not healed and there is no bone growth. There is some pain at c...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A non-healing scaphoid fracture in the wrist can often lead to persistent pain and an inability to exert force. It is advisable to undergo surgical intervention for bone grafting. If there is any displacement of the elbow's metal screws, it is better to remove them, as they ...

Do Sports Injuries Affect Growth Plate Closure in Teens?

Growth plate injuries Doctor, I would like to ask if my previous injuries to my knee and ankle while playing basketball could affect the rate of growth plate closure? I am currently 169 cm and want to grow to 175 cm.

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there are no fractures or injuries to the growth plates, it will not affect growth. Currently at 169 cm, there is still a chance to reach 175 cm. Both exercise and nutrition must be balanced.

How Much Taller Can I Grow? Insights on Growth Plates and Height Potential

How much more can I grow? Hello doctor, I recently visited the endocrinology department and had an X-ray of the growth plate in my left hand. It shows that there is only one line remaining, which may indicate that I am close to completing my growth. I would like to know how much ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After the age of 15, height growth typically ceases, which is influenced by genetics as well as nutrition and exercise. Each individual's height will vary.

Can Height Reach Over 160 cm? Insights on Growth and Development

Will my height reach over 160 centimeters? This year, I am a freshman in high school, currently 15 years old and 154.1 cm tall. Last Friday, I measured 153.9 cm. If I jump rope every day, take calcium supplements, and maintain a regular sleep schedule, is it possible for me to re...

Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Based on your current height status, it seems that you are still in the growth phase. Continuing to maintain regular exercise will be beneficial. However, it is not possible to predict how much taller you will grow.

Will I Grow Taller? Understanding Growth Plates and Height Potential

Height, growth plates I am currently in the ninth grade and my height is 173 cm. However, from February to September of this year, I only grew 1.4 cm at school. I hope to reach a height of 178 cm. Will I still grow taller? Do I need to get a bone age X-ray? Thank you.

Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Normal growth is sufficient; exercise can stimulate growth, but it is important to avoid injuries, as they may affect growth.

Understanding Scoliosis: Will a 30-Degree Curve Worsen in Teens?

Scoliosis Hello Director Shih, the patient is a 16-year-old male. The X-ray shows that the growth plates have fused, and there is a 30-degree lumbar scoliosis. I would like to know if this condition is likely to worsen, as I have read online that 30 degrees is a critical point fo...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
X-ray examinations can be performed every six months to determine if there has been any deterioration. Typically, a curvature of 30 degrees in idiopathic scoliosis does not require surgery and may not necessarily worsen.

Concerns About Height Growth at 15: Seeking Medical Advice

At 15 years old, the height is 166 cm? Hello Doctor, I have been one of the shorter students in my class since elementary school. Although I experienced significant growth during my transition from junior high school to high school, I still consider myself on the shorter side as ...

Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
At 15 years old, with a height of 166 cm and a weight of 55 kg, the individual appears to be developing normally based on body type and BMI. It is recommended to allow for natural and healthy growth without the need for growth hormone treatment.

Am I Done Growing? Understanding Height Potential at 15

Am I not going to grow taller? Hello doctor! I am currently a 15-year-old freshman in high school, and my height is 168 cm. I experienced a growth spurt in the sixth grade, reaching 165 cm, but I haven't grown taller since the second year of junior high until my last measure...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
In theory, boys stop growing taller by the age of fifteen. However, you can measure height once a month and keep a continuous record for six months to determine if there will be any further growth.

Can I Still Grow Taller at 14? Understanding Height Development

Height issues? At the age of 14, with a height of around 160 cm, and having already experienced voice changes and developed an Adam's apple, you may still have some potential for growth. Growth patterns can vary significantly among individuals, and factors such as genetics p...

Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Based on age, the growth plates should still be open and unhealed, allowing for continued height growth. Engaging in appropriate exercise and maintaining a balanced diet can help increase height.

Can Growth Hormone Injections Help Increase Height After Puberty?

Is it still beneficial to administer growth hormone during the post-development phase? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if it is still possible to grow taller if I have already passed my growth period and receive growth hormone injections. I recently had a physical examination ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Will not grow taller anymore.

Understanding Growth Plates: When Do They Close and Height Potential?

Height issues Hello Doctor: On September 10, 2016, I had an X-ray taken by an orthopedic doctor to check if my growth plates had closed. The X-ray was of my pelvis, and the doctor said they had not closed yet, so there is still a chance for me to grow a bit more. I would like to ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Whether one will grow taller depends on the growth plates near the knee joints. By the age of seventeen, it is generally expected that further height increase is unlikely, and there is no need to take any special medications.

Can Nutrition and Lifestyle Help My Son Reach 178cm Height?

Premature closure of the growth plates? Hello, doctor. My son is currently 14 years and 4 months old. Last week, he mentioned that his growth plates are closing quickly, and there is only a little space left at his wrist. His current height is 172.7 cm (he has only grown 0.7 cm i...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A balanced diet is sufficient, and there is no need to consume additional supplements as they may not provide significant benefits. It is possible for a fourteen-year-old to grow taller.

Dealing with Painful Bone Growth in the Wrist: Is Surgery Necessary?

On Thursday, I went to the hospital for an ultrasound on my right wrist. The orthopedic doctor said that a small bone is protruding, which may cause sharp pain? Due to the situation described, I have been experiencing severe pain after drawing several AutoCAD diagrams using 3D Ma...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Surgery is not necessary; rehabilitation and medication treatment can usually lead to improvement.

Can a 15-Year-Old Girl Still Grow Taller After Menstruation?

Growth plate issues I am a 15-year-old girl, and I have had my period for over two years. My height has been around 150 cm for the past few years without much change. Is there still a chance for me to grow taller?

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Girls typically stop growing after the age of fifteen. If the growth plates are already closed, they will not grow any taller.

Do We Need X-Rays of Feet or Knees After Growth Plate Fusion?

The growth plates in the hands have fused. Is it still necessary to take X-rays of the feet or knees? Today, I took my son for a hand X-ray, and the pediatric endocrinologist said that the growth plates have fused. Does this mean he can no longer grow taller, or should we also ge...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There is likely no need for additional X-rays, as a 19-year-old may not grow taller anymore.

Can You Still Grow Taller After Age 19? Exploring Options for Height Increase

Height growth issues Currently, a 19-year-old who graduated from elementary school at 165 cm has only grown 2 cm during three years of junior high and 1 cm during three years of high school. Are there any remedial measures available?

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
At 19 years old, a male's growth plates have already closed, and he will not grow taller.

Managing Finger Fractures: Plant-Based Diet Tips for Recovery

Fracture of the proximal phalanx of the middle finger? Because I accidentally pinched a colleague's hand, I found that the tip of the middle finger had a bruise. After applying ice, it became swollen. We immediately went to En Chu Kong Hospital's emergency department, w...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Phalanx fractures of the fingers typically reduce swelling within two to three weeks without the need for special dietary considerations. Alternating hot and cold compresses can improve blood circulation and help reduce swelling. Fractures in this area generally heal quite easily...

Height Concerns: Can I Still Grow Taller at 15?

Height issues Currently, I am fifteen years old (in the ninth grade) and have previously grown over two centimeters each semester. This semester, I have only grown less than two centimeters. My father is 170 cm and my mother is 157 cm, and I am currently only 164 cm, which is bel...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, height is related to genetics, nutrition, exercise, sleep, and other factors. Genetics: Generally, height will fall between the heights of the parents, but this is not absolute. Nutrition must be balanced, and exercise and sleep should be adequate. If a boy stays up late e...

Post-Surgery Concerns After Femur Fracture: Walking Progress and Risks

Post-operative issues following femoral fracture surgery with plates and screws? Hello Doctor, last month I sustained a closed femoral fracture in my left thigh due to a car accident. I have undergone surgery to place a plate and screws for stabilization. It has been one month si...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, after a femoral fracture surgery, it takes about three months for the bone to show more stable growth, and weight-bearing activities should only begin after confirmation through X-rays. Until then, caution is necessary. By six months, the fracture is generally consider...

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