Understanding Growth Plate Testing: Timeline and Height Potential
Growth plate issues How many days does it take to get the results after testing the growth plates, or can the results be known immediately after the test? When testing the growth plates, can I ask when they are likely to close and how many more centimeters I can grow?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
An X-ray of the knee joint can immediately indicate that a 14-year-old male may be nearing the closure of his growth plates.[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Testing: Timeline and Height Potential
Height Concerns: Can Lifestyle Choices Affect Growth at 19?
Height issues Doctor, I am 19 years old and will turn 20 soon. When I was in the first year of high school, I was 161 cm tall, but by the third year of junior high, I was only 166 cm. Now, I am probably only around 167 or 168 cm. I believe that irregular sleep patterns during jun...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
At the age of 19, there is no need for further imaging as the growth plates have already closed.[Read More] Height Concerns: Can Lifestyle Choices Affect Growth at 19?
Can Balanced Diet and Exercise Help Increase Height After Growth Plate Closure?
Epiphyseal plate closure Hello, doctor. Some time ago, I had an X-ray taken of my right knee at the hospital to check the growth plate, and the doctor indicated that it has already closed (a single line). I would like to ask if there is still a way to increase my height by 3 to 5...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Theoretically, once the growth plates close, an individual will not grow taller regardless of any methods used. Typically, the growth plates close after puberty, with boys around the ages of 15 to 16 and girls around 14 to 15.[Read More] Can Balanced Diet and Exercise Help Increase Height After Growth Plate Closure?
Is PRP Injection Beneficial for ACL Surgery Recovery?
Is PRP injection effective after anterior cruciate ligament surgery? I suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) due to a car accident and playing basketball. Since I am only 20 years old and enjoy sports, I have decided to undergo reconstruction surgery next Monday. The d...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
After anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, it is best to avoid engaging in the same intense sports activities. PRP injection, due to its high concentration of growth factors, can aid in the healing and repair of ligaments. However, I cannot comment on the cost.[Read More] Is PRP Injection Beneficial for ACL Surgery Recovery?
Understanding Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injuries and Recovery
Regarding the recovery issues after a triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injury in the wrist? Hello Doctor, I sustained an injury to my left wrist due to an external impact in 2012. Initially, I thought it was just a sprain, but after a month, I found I was unable to lift h...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You will need to be evaluated by another orthopedic surgeon, specifically one who specializes in hand surgery, as surgery may be necessary to resolve your issue.[Read More] Understanding Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injuries and Recovery
Understanding Fifth Metatarsal Fractures: Healing, Recovery, and Rehabilitation
Fracture of the fifth metatarsal bone? Hello Doctor: On June 8, 2016, I fell while going up the stairs and went to the hospital for an X-ray. The doctor said that I had a fracture in the fifth metatarsal and needed to have a half-cast applied. On June 22, 2016, two weeks later, I...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is normal to experience pain before a fracture has healed, so avoid walking too much. If the fracture is displaced, it can lead to complications. Healing typically takes at least six weeks, but it may be possible to start moving the ankle joint and toes after two weeks. Runnin...[Read More] Understanding Fifth Metatarsal Fractures: Healing, Recovery, and Rehabilitation
Does Fusion of Hand Growth Plates Indicate Fusion Elsewhere?
The closure of the growth plate in one area does not necessarily indicate that the growth plates in other areas have also closed. Each growth plate can close at different times depending on various factors, including genetics and hormonal influences? Does the fusion of the growth...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The closure time of the growth plates in the wrist is similar to that of other bones in the lower limbs. If a 15-year-old male has already closed his growth plates, he is unlikely to grow taller.[Read More] Does Fusion of Hand Growth Plates Indicate Fusion Elsewhere?
Understanding Growth Issues in Boys: Height Concerns and Treatment Options
Children not growing taller? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my son, who has consistently been in the 3rd percentile for height since the second grade. He is now almost 13 years old, standing at 150 cm and weighing 58 kg. Over the past three years, we have been tracking ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The use of this medication must be prescribed by a pediatrician or a specialist in metabolic disorders. Leuprorelin is an LH-RH analog that can be used to treat central precocious puberty. Please consult the aforementioned specialists for inquiries.[Read More] Understanding Growth Issues in Boys: Height Concerns and Treatment Options
Can I Still Grow Taller? Insights for Teen Girls on Height Potential
About Growing Taller I am a girl who is about to enter the second year of high school. I got my first period in fifth grade, and my height is not ideal. I would like to ask if there is still a chance for me to grow taller, without discussing whether my growth plates have closed. ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the age of maturity is 16, the chances of growing taller are limited. For girls, a height of around 160 centimeters is generally considered adequate. Regular exercise and sufficient nutrition are essential for growth.[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller? Insights for Teen Girls on Height Potential
Can I Still Grow Taller at 14? Tips for Height Increase
Height growth issues? Hello, doctor. I am 14 years old (in the second year of junior high), and I am a girl. Since entering junior high, my height has been growing particularly slowly; I am currently between 164 and 165 cm. I would like to know if it is still possible for me to r...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Height is closely related to genetics, but adequate nutrition and appropriate exercise can also contribute to the potential for growth.[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 14? Tips for Height Increase
Post-Surgery Concerns: Swelling and Redness After Clavicle Fracture Repair
Post-operative protrusion at the site of clavicle fracture? Hello Doctor: My father underwent surgery for a clavicle fracture about three weeks ago, where a plate was used for fixation. Recently, the area around the original fracture feels red and warm, and it seems to be more pr...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
An X-ray is needed to determine if there is any displacement, which would be more appropriate for the physician to evaluate.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Swelling and Redness After Clavicle Fracture Repair
How to Increase Height at 14: Understanding Growth Plate Issues
Growth plate issues At 14 years old, there are several ways to promote healthy growth. Here are some tips: 1. **Nutrition**: Ensure you have a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly calcium and vitamin D, which are essential for bone health. Include plenty of ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It's not too late; a 14-year-old still has the chance to grow taller. Maintaining good nutrition, exercising regularly, and staying healthy will contribute to continued growth.[Read More] How to Increase Height at 14: Understanding Growth Plate Issues
Understanding PVNS: Treatment Options and Risks for Knee Recurrence
Pigmented Villonodular Syn Hello Doctor: I have undergone MRI scans at China Medical University in Taichung and Taipei Veterans General Hospital, both confirming a diagnosis of pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS). Previously, I had an arthroscopy performed at China Medical Un...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. PVNS often recurs; it has been over six months since the surgery in October, and it should still be manageable unless the symptoms are severe and affect function. 2. If the articular cartilage is ultimately damaged, there is a higher likelihood of needing knee arthroplasty co...[Read More] Understanding PVNS: Treatment Options and Risks for Knee Recurrence
Understanding Growth Plate Healing and Height Potential in Adolescents
Regarding the healing of growth plates? Hello Doctor: My daughter is almost 13 years old and is currently in the 5th grade. Today, she had a pediatric endocrinology check-up, and her bone age is 14 years. The growth plates in her hands have fused, with only a small gap remaining ...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello! It is not possible to accurately estimate height; 152 centimeters is just an estimate. Please do not worry excessively and avoid putting too much pressure on yourself. Ensure you get enough sleep and let things take their natural course. Changhua Hospital Orthopedics, Dr. ...[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Healing and Height Potential in Adolescents
Alternative Height Increase Procedures Beyond Limb Lengthening Surgery
Limb lengthening surgery Doctor, my growth plates have already fused, but I am only 143 cm tall. I only hope to reach 150 cm. Are there any other safer surgical options to increase height besides limb lengthening surgery? I think I saw something about a surgery that involves bone...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Aside from limb lengthening surgery, there are no better alternatives; bone grafting also requires prior lengthening surgery.[Read More] Alternative Height Increase Procedures Beyond Limb Lengthening Surgery
Where to Get Growth Plate Checkups and Height Concerns
Growth plate examination To check the growth plates, you would typically need to visit the pediatric department or an orthopedic clinic. Once the growth plates are closed, it is generally not possible to increase height further.
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: When there are issues related to growth and development, examinations are arranged based on the situation, typically involving orthopedics, metabolism and endocrinology, and rheumatology and immunology. The closure of the growth plates indicates that the specific bones wil...[Read More] Where to Get Growth Plate Checkups and Height Concerns
Can Exercise Help Me Grow Taller? A Guide for Teens
Height growth issues I am currently in the first year of junior high school, soon to be in the second year, and I am 13 years old with a height of about 150 to 151 cm. I had my first menstrual period on February 18, but I haven't had it since. I want to grow to 170 cm; is th...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: You are about to enter puberty. Please pay attention to a balanced and adequate diet, sufficient sleep and rest, and engage in moderate exercise without overdoing it. Whether you can reach a height of 170 cm will depend on natural growth. Changhua Hospital, Orthopedics, Dr...[Read More] Can Exercise Help Me Grow Taller? A Guide for Teens
Can I Still Grow Taller at 15? Tips for Height Increase
How to increase height? Hello Doctor: I am currently a 15-year-old high school freshman (I will turn 16 in three months). I got my first period in the second year of junior high school, and my growth plates are closing quickly. I am currently only 153 cm tall, and I am very conce...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: In addition to genetic factors, postnatal influences such as nutrition and rest are more important for height. Please do not put too much pressure on yourself. Ensure you consume adequate nutrition, maintain a regular lifestyle, and get sufficient sleep without staying up ...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 15? Tips for Height Increase
Addressing Limb Discrepancy: Treatment Options for Uneven Calf Size
The calves of the left and right legs have different sizes? I have had a leg length discrepancy since birth, and my right ankle joint is completely unable to perform flexion and extension movements, while my left leg is normal. Since I can walk, my parents did not take me for tre...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
The difference in the thickness of the legs is often observed and is mostly related to the development of nerves or blood vessels. By the age of 24, growth is typically complete. In terms of aesthetic symmetry, one option is to use botulinum toxin injections to reduce the thickne...[Read More] Addressing Limb Discrepancy: Treatment Options for Uneven Calf Size
Can Lack of Body Hair Affect Growth Plate Development?
The growth plate? The absence of armpit hair and the presence of facial hair do not directly affect height growth. Height is primarily determined by genetics and the growth plates in the bones. If the growth plates have not yet closed, it is still possible to grow taller, regardl...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
This depends on whether the growth plates have closed. Armpit hair and facial hair are secondary sexual characteristics in males, which are usually related to height. The growth plates are located near the knee joint, specifically at the distal end of the femur and the proximal e...[Read More] Can Lack of Body Hair Affect Growth Plate Development?