Growth, Orthopedics FAQ

Can I Still Grow Taller? Tips for Increasing Height Before Adulthood

Chance of Growing Taller?! Hello, doctor! This is my first time leaving a message! ^ ^ I would like to ask, I am going to be a senior in high school! My height is 153 cm, and I want to grow to 160 cm. Is it possible? I want to grow taller! Do I still have a chance? Does drinking ...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
In general, a 17-year-old female still has the opportunity to grow taller, but the extent of growth is limited. It is important to pay attention to calcium intake (milk is an excellent source of calcium), vitamin D, sunlight, and exercise (such as swimming). Height does not signi...

Does Gymnastics and Martial Arts Affect Growth in Children?

excuse me? Is it true that if a growing child practices gymnastics, stretches, or learns martial arts, it could prevent them from growing taller? Please advise, thank you.

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Mr. Huang: As long as it does not cause sports injuries, it should not have a significant impact on height growth.

Understanding Patellar Fractures: Healing Time, Recovery Tips, and Muscle Rehab

Patellar fracture Hello Doctor, Subject: 1. Five months ago, I fractured my left patella (in three major pieces) due to a fall. I underwent surgery where screws and wires were used for fixation, and the cast has now been removed. Questions: 1. An X-ray shows that the bone h...

Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Readers: After a patellar comminuted fracture surgery, it is crucial to pay special attention to protection and rehabilitation. Firstly, 1.5 months post-surgery, X-rays generally do not show bone growth, unless it is a child. The primary purpose of X-ray follow-ups is to che...

Understanding Bone Edema After Surgery: Causes and Treatment Options

Post-surgical fluid accumulation in the bone after removal of metal screws? Dear Dr. Chen, My son underwent surgery in July 2006 due to unexplained bone necrosis around the growth plate of his ankle. The necrotic tissue was excised, and a bone graft was taken from his hip to fil...

Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Reader: Bone marrow edema is a manifestation of changes in signal intensity observed during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It appears as decreased signal intensity on T1-weighted images and increased signal intensity on T2-weighted images, which is a non-specific finding....

Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth Plates and Hormone Therapy

Methods for Increasing Height? I am about to enter the first year of high school, but my height is only 146 cm. Does this mean I am considered very short? I haven't grown at all during my three years in junior high school. Is there still a possibility for me to grow taller? ...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response, the height of 146 cm for a first-year high school student does not provide enough information to determine actual age and gender, making it difficult to conclude if this is truly short stature. It is advisable to consult an orthopedic specialist nearby. An X-r...

Do I Need Bone Grafting After a Severe Leg Injury?

Is there a need for bone grafting? Hello, doctor. I had a car accident in January 2006, resulting in a comminuted open fracture of my right calf, with both the tibia and fibula fractured. As of now, the bones have not healed. In March 2008, based on the doctor's recommendati...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
According to what you mentioned, it may be a tibiofibular fracture. If the tibial fracture has not healed for over a year, a bone graft surgery using your own bone is preferable; if there is not enough, then artificial bone can be used. The duration of rehabilitation needs to be ...

Does Head Size Increase with Age? Understanding Your Concerns

Does head size increase with age? Hello, Dr. Chou: I have been troubled by a problem that is not exactly a hidden issue, which seems to be getting worse as I age. Since I was young, I have felt that my head is quite large, and I have always suspected that there might be somethin...

Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
1. The proportion of the head is largest in children, and while some individuals may have larger heads as they grow, continuous growth should raise concerns about various diseases, primarily endocrine disorders. 2. Protruding eyes can mainly be attributed to two causes: severe ...

Understanding Scoliosis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Concerns Explained

Spine Hello, I have been experiencing soreness on the left side of my back for the past few days. I visited an orthopedic doctor who noticed that my shoulders are uneven and suspected that I might have scoliosis. I underwent imaging tests, and the doctor mentioned that the curvat...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is often of unknown origin and is more likely to worsen during the growth years. After the age of sixteen, cases of worsening are less common. Mild curves (less than 25 degrees) typically do not require concern, and symptoms are usually not signifi...

Understanding Scoliosis: Causes, Treatment Options, and Risks

Orthopedic issues 1. What are the causes of scoliosis? Is rehabilitation therapy the primary treatment? Under what circumstances is surgery necessary? Is there any risk involved? 2. If an X-ray shows a curvature of the spine, does that automatically indicate scoliosis, or could...

Dr. Wang Zikang Reply:
Most cases of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis are of unknown origin. If the curvature is less than 45 degrees, surgery is not necessary. For curvatures above 25 degrees during the growth period (under 16 years of age), a brace is required until the age of 16. Surgical interventio...

Understanding Osteochondromas: Should You Consider Surgery for Knee Pain?

Osteochondroma Hello, Doctor. Several years ago, I discovered a hard lump on the inner side of my knee, so I went to the hospital for an examination. The doctor said it was a hereditary osteochondroma and that I needed surgery, but he also mentioned that it could grow back after ...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: 1. Based on your description, it does seem to be an osteochondroma, but there are several classifications of osteochondromas, and the management approaches can vary. I personally think you should seek a second opinion. For example, in Taipei, you can consult with Directo...

Understanding Bony Growths on the Foot: Causes and Treatment Options

Foot problems Hello Dr. Li! Recently, after riding my bicycle, I suddenly noticed a round bony protrusion on the inner side of my right foot that is more pronounced than on my left foot. There is no pain when I press on the protruding area, but the entire right foot has a slight ...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, based on your description, there are likely two possibilities. One is fascial inflammation with thickening, but this usually presents with tenderness, making it less likely. The other possibility is the presence of a tenosynovial cyst, which i...

Am I Done Growing? Understanding Height Growth at 15

Has my growth stopped? Hello, doctor. I am currently 15 years and 7 months old and my height is 168 cm. However, I haven't grown taller in the past 5 months. My father is 168 cm and my mother is 158 cm. My height progression has been as follows: 150 cm in the first year of j...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You can go to the hospital for an X-ray to determine if the growth plates in the bones have closed. If they are closed, then it is not possible to grow taller.

Understanding Growth Plates and Their Impact on Height and Body Composition

Growth plate Hello, Doctor: I am currently in the ninth grade and would like to ask you: 1. Have my growth plates fused yet? 2. Is body weight related to bone structure? 3. Is my height and weight (168 cm, 53 kg) considered too thin due to my bone structure? 4. A classmate of min...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your questions. 1. For boys, the growth plates typically fuse around the ages of 15 to 17, while for girls, this occurs earlier, around 13 to 15 years old. However, there are individual variations, and an X-ray examination can help estimate the age at which ...

Can Swimming Help You Grow Taller? Insights on Height Increase

I need to grow taller? Is swimming effective for increasing height? Currently, I am 160.5 cm tall and I would like to grow taller. Please help me.

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
At the age of twelve, there is still potential for growth. Engaging in regular exercise, avoiding picky eating, and maintaining a balanced diet can contribute to achieving this potential. Swimming does not necessarily guarantee an increase in height.

Understanding Poor Healing in Femoral Fractures: Key Questions Answered

Poor healing of femoral fractures? Hello Doctor, my mother is 61 years old. She had a femoral fracture due to a car accident a year and a half ago. The fracture was caused by impact and is a non-comminuted fracture. She underwent surgical fixation with a plate and two screws at b...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. You are truly filial, and with your devotion, your mother’s condition will surely improve! From a medical perspective, your mother has a femoral fracture that has been stabilized with intramedullary nailing. After a year and a half, it has sti...

Understanding Growth Spurts: Why Your Height May Plateau in Puberty

I want to grow taller? Hello, I am in sixth grade and my height was 157.5 cm. In the first half of the semester, I grew 4.5 cm, but now I have only grown 1.2 cm. Is this related to puberty? By the way, I have already started to experience voice changes. Please help me.

Dr. Huang Longde Reply:
Hello, A-Nan. Generally, the average age for male adolescents to go through their growth spurt is between 14 to 18 years old. Since you are currently under 12 years old, you may not have reached the age for rapid growth yet. Of course, the timing of development varies from person...

Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Height Growth Factors and Tips

Growing taller I graduated from junior high school at a height of 165 cm, and now in my second year of high school, I am 166 cm. Am I not growing enough? I feel like I started to develop a habit of masturbation unknowingly since the second year of junior high, but I only do it on...

Dr. Huang Longde Reply:
Hello, Wei-Jie: The factors determining height are quite complex, but they generally relate to genetic inheritance, nutrition, sleep, and exercise. Typically, boys experience their fastest growth during adolescence between the ages of 14 and 18, while girls do so between 12 and 1...

Understanding Growth Plate Stimulation: A Key Orthopedic Procedure

Growth plate What is growth plate stimulation therapy?

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: Currently, there are no reports on "growth plate stimulation therapy" in pediatric orthopedic journals. Generally, there are devices that use ultrasound to stimulate fracture healing, but due to the differences in the healing of fractures involving the growth pla...

Understanding Growth Patterns and the Impact of Masturbation in Adolescents

Grow taller, gain weight, masturbation? I started masturbating in the fifth grade, and now I'm in the first semester of ninth grade. I measured my height and found that I'm only 167 cm. In the first semester of eighth grade, I was 161 cm, and in the second semester, I w...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Ah Wei: Height is more related to genetics, nutrition, and exercise. Generally, boys' growth tends to conclude around the ages of 15 or 16. To confirm this, an X-ray can be performed to check if the growth plates are closed. Masturbation should not significantly impact growt...

Can You Really Grow Taller After 25? Debunking Height Myths

Growing taller I watched an advertisement on Dongsen Shopping last night about height-increasing products. They claimed that teenagers over 10 years old could grow more than 10 centimeters, and even people in their 20s and 30s could increase their height by 2 to 4 centimeters. Is...

Dr. Zhang Shengben Reply:
Individuals who have not fully developed can still grow taller because their growth plates have not yet fused. Once the growth plates fuse, it becomes nearly impossible to grow taller. If there are any questions, it is advisable to consult an orthopedic specialist nearby.

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