Growth, Orthopedics FAQ

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

Can I still grow taller? Hello, Doctor: I used to not think about it, which is why my height is only 160 cm. Now I really want to grow taller, especially since my classmates who are younger than me are taller. How can I determine if my growth plates have already closed or calcifi...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
At the age of 25, it is unlikely to grow taller as the growth plates have already closed. In general, growth plates in males typically close around the ages of 16 to 17. There are no medications that can reactivate the growth plates. Typically, an X-ray can determine whether the ...

Can You Still Grow Taller at 21? Tips and Insights on Height and Orthopedic Health

Height At 21 years old and with a height of 170 cm, you may still have a chance to grow taller, but it largely depends on whether your growth plates have closed. Growth plates, or epiphyseal plates, are areas of developing cartilage tissue near the ends of long bones, and they ty...

Dr. Lin Gengxiao Reply:
1. Generally, the growth plates in males are fused by the age of 21, so the chance of natural height increase is no longer present. 2. Reports indicate that surgical procedures for height increase carry associated risks and require individual assessment in an outpatient setting...

Understanding Hip Joint Surgery: Recovery, Risks, and Alternatives

Hip joint surgery Hello, doctor. At the beginning of the year, I was in a car accident and my hip joint was shattered. The doctor did not perform a hip replacement surgery and mentioned that my hip joint needs to be custom-made, so no artificial joint was installed. Since the sur...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Treatment of comminuted fractures of the hip joint presents certain challenges. Generally, young individuals should opt for open reduction and internal fixation rather than considering total hip arthroplasty. Therefore, physicians typically first employ intramedullary nailing for...

Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Hip Joint Fracture Patients

Postoperative hip joint care Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my situation. I had a car accident in early February, resulting in a shattered hip joint. After the surgery, the doctor did not perform a hip replacement but instead used screws and plates. It has been about 3 ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Muscle strength can support weight-bearing once it has recovered to a certain level. After a fracture has healed, one can begin to walk or move with force. Strength training should be guided by a physical therapist, and it requires consistent practice over a period of time to ach...

Can O-Leg Correction and Height Increase Happen at 20?

At the age of 20, having bow legs (genu varum)? I am 20 years old... Can my bow legs still be corrected? Please reply as soon as possible. Also, I have grown 4 centimeters in the past year or two. Is it still possible for me to grow taller in the future? Some people say that you ...

Dr. Zhang Shengben Reply:
1. After development is complete, excessive valgus angle of the knee can be corrected surgically. 2. Height can still increase before the growth plates close, and this is unrelated to military service. 3. So far, there are no proven remedies for height increase.

Will I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth Patterns in Teens

Will I still grow taller? I grew up slower than others and wasn't very active, but I wasn't picky with food. I was often sick as a child and took a lot of medication. Now, in my first year of high school (16 years old), I am 167 cm tall. My dad is 172 cm and my mom is 1...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, At the age of sixteen, you still have considerable potential for growth. As long as you engage in appropriate exercise, maintain a balanced diet, and your growth plates have not yet closed, it is not difficult to gain a few more centimeters in height. If you have ...

How to Check Growth Plate Healing: X-Ray and Cost Insights

Regarding the examination of whether the growth plates have fused? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask how to check if the growth plates have fused. Should I get an X-ray or is there another method? I am considering visiting an orthopedic specialist for an evaluation and would lik...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam: To determine whether the growth plates have matured and closed, the best method is to take an X-ray of the growth plates around the knee joint. Please visit our pediatric orthopedic outpatient clinic. If you have health insurance, the cost is not high, approxima...

Understanding Leg Discrepancies in Children: When to See a Specialist

The child's legs are misaligned? Hello Dr. Lee, The school nurse informed me that my child was unable to stand straight while measuring height, and it seems that one thigh bone is higher than the other. She suggested that I consult an orthopedic doctor. Should I look for a ...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, I am also from Tainan. I recommend taking your child to see Dr. Yang Jun-Yu, the Chief of Orthopedics at Cheng Kung University Hospital, or Dr. Qin Ling-Xiao, the Chief of Orthopedics at Chi Mei Medical Center. Both are pediatric orthopedic sp...

Can Collagen Supplements Boost Growth and Improve Nose Height?

Collagen and its Role in Cartilage Hello Doctor: I am nineteen years old and have always been troubled by my short stature. I often search for related information online and understand that the key to continuing growth is whether the growth plates are still open, as well as the i...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, The mechanism of human growth is not as simple as you might think. It is not solely caused by a single mechanical or chemical action. Therefore, attributing height increase entirely to one type of collagen cannot fully explain the growth mechanism. Genetic factor...

Can Laser Treatment Effectively Address Bone Spurs?

Can bone spurs be treated with laser therapy? Hello Doctor, my mother has been suffering from spinal bone spurs for a long time, experiencing frequent numbness and weakness in both legs. Despite regular rehabilitation and swimming, her symptoms have not improved. Recently, throug...

Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
Hello: Essentially, lasers cannot remove bone spurs, as bone spurs are actually excess bone growth and are as hard as regular bone. Lasers are used to remove soft tissue that compresses nerves, such as intervertebral discs. Although laser treatment has been proven effective for s...

Understanding Osteochondroma in Children: Surgery and Long-term Effects

Osteochondroma Hello, my son is 12 years old and has some unusual growths on his hands. Recently, an X-ray revealed symptoms of chondromas. I have heard that surgery may be necessary. Is this correct? Will there be any complications after the surgery, such as needing another oper...

Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
Hello! It is recommended that you take your mother to a medical center to consult with a specialist. I believe the physician will provide you with valuable advice. Sincerely, Taoyuan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan.

Understanding Growth Spurts: Can You Still Grow Taller After 16?

Height increase Hello Dr. Shi: I would like to ask you, I heard that height growth stops by the age of 16, is that true? I am currently 165 cm tall, and my father is 164 cm. Our teacher mentioned that growth can still occur, is that true? I am now in the first year of high school...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello, Aaron: 1. Boys typically stop growing in height around the ages of 16 to 17, but further growth may occur. It is necessary to check if the growth plates are closed, as skeletal age may not align with chronological age. 2. For matters related to secondary sexual characteris...

Can You Still Grow Taller After 19? Tips for Height Increase

Regarding height increase? Hello! I am 19 years old, 165 cm tall, and my parents are both under 160 cm tall. I've heard that it's true that you can't grow taller after the age of 20. I had an irregular lifestyle before, but I want to know if it's still possibl...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
At the age of nineteen, the growth plates in the bones have likely closed, and bone length increases primarily through the growth of these plates, so it is unlikely that further height increase will occur. However, engaging in exercise can enhance bone strength and muscle power, ...

Is There a Height Increase Clinic? Seeking Help for Growth and Knee Issues

Is there a height enhancement clinic? Although I am already 170 cm tall, I am still shorter than most of my classmates, which makes me feel down despite seeing a psychologist and school counselor for a while. I still feel very sad; my mom is taller than me. The risks of height-in...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Our hospital has an orthopedic outpatient clinic that can provide you with some advice. A height of 170 cm is actually above the average, so there is no need for surgical lengthening. Whether the knee joint is dislocated and what kind of treatment is necessary can only be determi...

Can I Still Grow Taller After 16? Understanding Growth Plates and Height Potential

Height increase Dr. Chang: May I ask, I am currently 16 years old and my height is 165 cm. Is there a chance I could grow to over 170 cm? I heard that growth plates typically close around the age of 16, so does that mean I really can't grow anymore? My dad is about my height...

Dr. Zhang Shengben Reply:
Hello Aaron: There are many factors that influence height, including genetics, diet, and exercise. Generally speaking, there is still a chance to grow taller before the onset of secondary sexual characteristics.

Medications to Promote Bone Growth: Coverage and Recommendations for Recovery

Which medications can promote bone cell growth, and which ones are covered by health insurance? Which ones are not covered? Hello, Dr. Shi! Happy New Year! I am currently undergoing open reduction and internal fixation surgery for fractures of the proximal phalanx of the third to...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Under normal circumstances, the healing of fractures takes a certain amount of time, and there are currently no medications available that can accelerate fracture healing. However, for optimal healing, good nutrition is essential, and there should be no deficiencies in calcium, v...

How Often Should X-Rays Be Taken to Monitor Bone Healing?

How long should I wait to take an X-ray to observe the healing speed of a bone? For a fracture of the third and fourth toes on the left foot that has undergone open reduction and internal fixation with nails, it is generally recommended to obtain follow-up X-rays to assess healin...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Generally, the interval is about one to three months, typically consisting of checks every six weeks, twelve weeks, six months, nine months, and once a year. This results in approximately ten check-ups per year, which is usually not a problem.

Can Growth Hormone Injections Help Increase Height at 19?

Height increase How much does a single injection of growth hormone cost, and where is the best place to get it? I am already 19 years old; will I still be able to grow taller if I take it?

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
I'm not very clear about the price, but since I am already nineteen years old, it is theoretically impossible for me to grow taller. The growth plates in human bones typically close after the age of sixteen or seventeen. Once the growth plates are closed, there will be no in...

Does Masturbation Affect Height Growth? Insights from Orthopedics

Height increase Masturbation does not affect height growth.

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Masturbation does not affect height development; height is influenced by factors such as genetics, exercise, and nutrition. It is a result of the interplay of multiple factors. If you have further questions about height, please consult an orthopedic specialist in your area.

Understanding Growth Plate Closure and Treatment for Bow Legs

Growth plate issues Hello, at what age does the growth plate typically close? I am currently 166 cm tall and drink milk every day; is there still a chance for me to grow taller than 170 cm? Additionally, I have bow legs (genu varum); is there any treatment available for this cond...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The growth plates in males typically close around the age of sixteen, so it is possible to grow until that age. Currently at 166 cm, there is a possibility of reaching 170 cm in the future. For O-shaped legs, surgery is not necessarily required; if the condition is not severe, tr...

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