Growth, Orthopedics FAQ

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

Can I still grow taller? I am currently 17 years old and have been playing basketball almost every day for the past two years, but my height growth has been very slow. I was 173 cm at 15 years old and now I am 177 cm at 17. I am growing about 1 to 2 cm each year. I've heard ...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Dear Huang, Hello! In addition to the genetic factors that determine height, postnatal factors such as balanced nutrition, adequate rest, and appropriate exercise also play a significant role. Once the growth plates close, the bones will no longer grow. The timing of growth pla...

Understanding Delayed Bone Healing After Open Fracture Surgery

Open fracture of the right radial bone? Doctor, I would like to ask about my situation. On May 26, I was in a car accident that caused an open fracture of my right radius. I underwent surgery to have a steel plate and two screws inserted. It has been over a month, and my bone has...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Forearm fractures (of the radius or ulna) typically require six to twelve weeks for healing, with a maximum healing time of three months. If it is an open fracture, the healing time will be even longer. If your physician has advised you to use a cast for protection, it is essenti...

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

Want to grow taller~ Seeking answers? I am currently in the second year of junior high school, about to enter the third year, and my height is 160 cm. There is a significant gap between my height and the career I want to pursue. I used an online height prediction formula and calc...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Pudding: Hello! The closure of the growth plates indicates that the bone can no longer grow. Please refrain from using growth hormones or other remedies to avoid potential health risks due to side effects of the medication. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.

Understanding Ligament Tears: Treatment Options and Growth Concerns

Ligament tear Hello, I have a torn ligament behind my left knee. I went to see a doctor, and he said that because I am still quite young, surgery is not suitable for me, so I haven't undergone any procedures. However, I'm not sure what to do because there is some swelli...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Ligament tears are not related to height growth. If the growth plates have fused and there is significant instability, reconstruction of the cruciate ligament may be necessary. Rehabilitation can be initiated for six months, and further evaluation of instability will deter...

How to Stop Growing Taller: Concerns of a Tall Female Student

I don't want to grow taller anymore? Hello, doctor. I have always been one of the tallest girls in my class. I grew to about 168-169 cm during college, but three years after graduation, I measured my height and found that I have grown another 2 cm, reaching 171 cm. For me, h...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello: Generally, individuals stop growing after puberty (males at 18 years, females at 17 years). If, as you mentioned, you are still experiencing growth after graduating from college (which should be after puberty), it is possible that there is a hormonal issue causing the grow...

Can I Still Grow Taller? A Guide for Teenagers Seeking Height

Height growth issues Hello doctor, I am a 15-year-old girl who has just graduated from junior high school and I am about 170 cm tall. Do I still have a chance to grow taller? I want to reach a height of 180 cm (at most). I really want to, but I don't know if my growth plates...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Whether one will grow taller is related to the closure of the growth plates. Typically, girls close their growth plates around the age of 14, while boys do so around the age of 15. Once the growth plates near the knee joint close, further increase in limb length is not possible. ...

Does a Car Accident Affect Growth Plates in Children?

Can a car accident affect the growth plates? Hello, Doctor. My child is seven years old, and recent examination results have shown that his right leg is growing slower than the left, resulting in a leg length discrepancy. He has been walking well since childhood, but he tends to ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If a car accident injures the growth plates of the bones, it may result in a discrepancy in leg length of up to four centimeters. Surgical intervention may be necessary, but it is important to be cautious as there is a possibility of further discrepancies arising in the future. C...

Understanding Incomplete Clavicle Healing After Fracture: Key Insights

Clavicle fracture, with partial bone healing? Hello! I was in a car accident and fractured my left clavicle (in the mid-section). The fracture ends are significantly misaligned. I did not have surgery. Each time I visited the doctor (I have seen him four times), he said, "Th...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Clavicle fractures typically heal in about three months, so based on the current situation, it may be worth waiting a bit longer as there is a possibility of healing. Rehabilitation can continue to be performed.

Understanding Partial Clavicle Healing After Fracture: What to Do Next?

Clavicle fracture, with partial bone healing? Hello! I was in a car accident and fractured my left clavicle (midshaft location). The fracture ends are significantly displaced. I did not undergo surgery. Each time I visited the doctor (I have seen him four times), he said, "T...

Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Midshaft clavicle fractures typically heal with figure-of-eight bandaging. If there is significant displacement, consideration should be given to surrounding soft tissue entrapment, which may lead to delayed or poor healing. If healing is inadequate, surgical intervention should ...

Managing Post-Fracture Recovery: Tips for Preventing Arthritis After a Radial Head Injury

Radial head comminuted fracture (Mason type III) Hello, Doctor. I was in a car accident on November 26, resulting in a comminuted fracture of the left radial head. The physician diagnosed it as a Mason Type III fracture, which required surgical intervention to insert a steel plat...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Your maintenance methods may potentially delay the onset of arthritis. Additionally, some suggest that taking glucosamine may improve conditions, as it can promote cartilage growth. In the event that degenerative arthritis does occur, high-concentration platelet-rich plasma (PRP)...

Understanding Recovery from Pubic Bone Fracture: Key Questions Answered

Orthopedic issues I would like to consult regarding orthopedic issues. I sustained a fracture of the right pubic bone due to a car accident, and it has been a month since the injury. I returned to the hospital for a follow-up X-ray, and the doctor mentioned that cartilage has sta...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A fracture of the dental bone typically heals in about three months. Once healed, it is unlikely to re-fracture. Normal activities can be resumed, including bending and straightening the knee, as well as childbirth or sexual intercourse, which will not be affected after the fract...

Understanding Foot Fractures: Pain, Recovery, and Rehabilitation Tips

Fracture issues I would like to ask the doctor about my foot. I have a fracture in the fifth metatarsal, and it has been 37 days since the injury. After 35 days in a cast, the doctor said I could start walking with a single crutch, but I found that my heel hurts a lot, and the mo...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, metatarsal fractures are actually quite common, with the most frequent being fractures at the base of the fifth metatarsal. Generally, X-rays are used for diagnosis, and healing typically takes about four to six weeks. If there are signs of bone growth at the fracture site...

Recovery Concerns After Left Elbow Dislocation and Olecranon Fracture

Issues related to the treatment period for a left elbow dislocation? On March 14, I accidentally fell while exercising, resulting in a dislocated left elbow. I managed to push it back into place myself and secured it with a triangular bandage. Within an hour, I went to the hospit...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, regarding your elbow dislocation, most cases do not have any sequelae after reduction. However, in rare instances, ligament damage can lead to joint instability, at which point ligament reconstruction surgery may be necessary. You mentioned that you dislocated your elbow a...

Understanding Knee Tumors: Risks, Treatment Options, and Next Steps

There is a tumor on the right patella? Hello, Dr. Chen. I would like to ask about my boyfriend. Two years ago, he sustained a knee injury and was examined at the hospital, where the doctor informed him that a tumor was found in the bone of his right kneecap. An X-ray confirmed th...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, based on the information in the letter, it is not possible to determine whether the patient's orthopedic tumor is benign or malignant. Further imaging studies may be necessary. If it is still indeterminate, the most accurate approach would be to perform a biopsy to as...

Understanding Scoliosis: Treatment Options for a 32-Degree Curve

Scoliosis of 32 degrees? I am 31 years old and have congenital torticollis. While studying at university in Australia, I suffered a spinal injury and underwent surgery for L5-S1 disc herniation in 2008, without any implants. It wasn't until about two years ago (in 2011) that...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A 32-degree scoliosis angle is not considered significant. If there are no symptoms of lower back pain or nerve compression, surgery is not necessary. Since you are already 31 years old, the growth plates in your bones have fused, meaning it will not worsen. You can consult an or...

Is It Safe for Teens to Take Joint Supplements After Ankle Fractures?

Is Jianbu Wan suitable for use during puberty? After an ankle fracture (in mid-May), experiencing soreness during exercise is common. What can be taken to improve this? (Easy-to-take pills) I've heard that Jianbu Pills can be used; is it safe to take during puberty? Will it ...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Ankle fractures, particularly those involving the joint surface, require careful reduction and stabilization. Even with proper healing, approximately 40% of patients may still experience soreness when there is a sudden drop in atmospheric pressure or after prolonged weight-bearin...

Why Do Identical Twins Have Different Heights? Exploring Genetic Factors

Height issues The difference in height between you and your identical twin brother, despite being monozygotic twins, can be attributed to several factors. While identical twins share the same genetic material, environmental influences play a significant role in growth and develop...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
The development of height is influenced by multiple factors, and genetics is not the only one. Factors such as nutritional balance, exercise habits, adequate sleep, endocrine disorders, growth plate injuries, and genetic mutations can all affect height. Therefore, even identical ...

Understanding Coccyx Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Attention

Coccygeal protrusion When I sit, my coccyx is noticeably protruding, and it is very painful. I am unable to do sit-ups. What could this condition be? Do I need to see a doctor immediately? I am about to enlist in the military, and I am worried that doing sit-ups will worsen my co...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, the protrusion of the coccyx is often observed in individuals with a slimmer physique and is predominantly congenital, without a history of injury, fracture, or deformity. This condition can cause discomfort for patients when sitting on hard su...

Can Congenital Joint Stiffness Be Treated at Age 13? Insights and Home Exercises

Congenital Joint Stiffness Syndrome Doctor, excuse me, may I ask if it is still possible to treat congenital joint stiffness syndrome at the age of 13? If treatment starts now, to what extent can recovery be expected? (The knee can bend to about 60 degrees.) Are there any exercis...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, In response to your inquiry, arthrogryposis multiplex congenita is a rare congenital disorder that affects multiple joints and is associated with symptoms such as muscle weakness and muscle fibrosis. The extent of involvement can vary among patients; some may only have a...

Effective Methods to Accelerate Tibia Fracture Healing

Fracture healing Hello Dr. Lee, I am a tibial fracture patient and it has been three months with slow bone healing. I would like to ask if the ultrasound device for accelerating bone healing is effective? Alternatively, could you suggest any methods to promote faster healing of t...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Bone growth takes time, and appropriate sun exposure is also a good way to support it.

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