Height, Orthopedics FAQ

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.

Height Enhancement Surgery: Insights from a National Taiwan University Student

From David, a junior at National Taiwan University? Hello, Dr. I am currently a student at National Taiwan University. Although my academic performance has always been good, my lack of exercise has affected my height, which has had a "significant" impact on my confidenc...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, if the height difference is minimal, National Taiwan University Hospital will not perform this type of surgery. The procedure involves osteotomy and fixation with both external and internal pins, with a surgery duration of under three hours and a hospital stay of one t...

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.

Does Self-Defense Training Affect Height Development?

Height increase Self-defense can influence height development. Please tell me more.

Understanding Bone Development: Insights on Dental and Skeletal Growth

Is bone development normal? Hello Dr. Li Wen-Lin: My height and bone structure are above average for my age group, and this has been the case since childhood. I still have one primary tooth that has not been replaced by a permanent tooth. An X-ray shows that there is no permanent...

Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it appears that you may have a congenital absence of permanent teeth, specifically a developmental absence of one or two permanent teeth. The absence of molars and mandibular incisors is more commonly observed.

Understanding Persistent Knee Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help

Knee pain...?? I often experience knee pain after walking for about 3 to 4 hours. This has been happening since I was 12 years old, and it has occurred intermittently since then. Sometimes the pain comes on suddenly, and it feels like my knee is being pulled apart. Other times, i...

Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Knee Pain Dear Netizen, There are many causes of knee pain, including issues related to the joints, bones, ligaments, menisci, and muscles. If the pain occurs only after walking for 3 to 4 hours, it is generally unlikely that there is a significant problem with the knee joint i...

Understanding Knee Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help

Knee pain? I often experience knee pain after walking for about 3 to 4 hours. This has been happening since I was 12 years old, and it continues to occur intermittently. Sometimes the pain comes on suddenly, and it feels like my knee is being pulled apart. Other times, it happens...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Knee pain can have many causes, and it's difficult to determine the exact issue based solely on your description. However, it could be due to misalignment of the patella or softening of the cartilage in the knee. Therefore, it is advisable for you to see a physician for a de...

Understanding O-Shaped Legs: Treatment Options and Concerns

My leg feels strange? Hello, Doctor: I have a concern about my O-shaped legs. Sometimes my friends comment on my O-shaped legs, and I really don't know how to respond... I just smile at them. Although they say it out of curiosity, it really doesn't feel good to me. I ho...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The need for correction of bow legs (genu varum) depends on the degree of curvature and whether it causes any pain symptoms. Surgery is only necessary in severe cases where no other correction methods are available. The cost of surgery may be covered by health insurance, with the...

Rehabilitation Techniques for Shoulder Dislocation and Humeral Fracture

Rehabilitation methods for shoulder dislocation combined with humeral fracture? Dear Dr. Yeh, In your reply, you mentioned that rehabilitation should begin three weeks after the injury. I have since returned for a follow-up appointment, and the X-rays show no significant issues....

Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Bend at the waist, rotate the arms, bend at the waist again, swing the arms, and face the wall. Gradually climb the arms upward, recording the position each day, and progressively increase the height of the arm lift daily.

Understanding Bone Healing: Common Concerns After Open Fractures

Nonunion of bones? 1. I had a car accident on July 8 and suffered an open fracture. After eight weeks, X-rays show that the bone condition is similar to what was seen upon admission. Is this considered normal? What potential complications could arise? 2. If the cast is removed a...

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello, Xiaoyuan: 1. Open fractures have a longer healing time; the bone healing observed on X-rays can take three to nine months depending on the location. 2. Whether rehabilitation is necessary should be determined during an outpatient consultation. 3. The radiation dose from fo...

Can Yoga Practice Promote Growth? Insights from Orthopedic Experts

Long live yoga!! May I ask the doctor if practicing yoga is beneficial for promoting vertical growth? I would appreciate your guidance.

Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Shorty Le, The effects of practicing yoga may vary from person to person, but it is generally believed that yoga can improve physical condition, promote blood circulation, achieve physical and mental health, and alleviate work-related stress. Yoga can harness the body'...

Does Sleep Disruption Affect Height Growth in Adolescents?

Growing taller Waking up multiple times during the night and then going back to sleep generally does not have a significant impact on height development. Height is primarily determined by genetics, nutrition, and overall health during the growth years. At 165 cm, and considering ...

Dr. Xu Zhaoren Reply:
1. Unless life is extremely abnormal, staying up late will not affect development. 2. Adolescents, particularly males, can still grow taller during high school, but genetic factors may cause them to resemble their fathers. 3. If experiencing difficulty sleeping, one may seek help...

Can I Grow Taller? Tips for Height Increase in Teenagers

Growing taller I am currently a high school freshman, 165 cm tall. My father is about the same height as me. I exercise daily and drink milk. Is it possible for me to grow to 170 cm? Also, I go to bed at 11 PM. Can I achieve this?

Dr. Li Yuanfang Reply:
You should be around 16-17 years old this year. Your height and body type are related to genetics; generally speaking, the height of your parents or grandparents can influence your own height. However, with effort, you can improve and increase it significantly. Good nutrition com...

Understanding Femoral Shaft Fractures: Recovery, Limb Length Discrepancy, and Limping

Right femoral shaft fracture? I have a few questions that I would like the doctor to help me answer: 1. I have a right femoral shaft fracture, and I am currently using a single crutch to assist with walking as per my doctor's instructions. However, I feel that the height o...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Femoral fractures typically take about six months to gradually heal, during which time limping may occur. If there are issues with the healing process, it is important to consult a physician for an X-ray examination. Crutches should still be used until complete bone healing is ac...

Struggling with Height: A High School Student's Journey for Growth

Please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello, I am a male high school freshman, 161 cm tall, and I have been troubled by my height for a long time. I only started playing basketball in the third year of junior high and began eating highly nutritious foods. I a...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Height is related to genetics, and postnatal nutritional supplementation is also very important. Boys typically stop growing taller after the growth plates close around the ages of 16 to 17. Currently, there are no medications available that can increase height. Limb lengthening ...

Can Daily Exercise and Milk Help Me Grow Taller?

Growing taller I am 165 cm tall and have grown an inch this year. My father is about the same height as me. I exercise daily and drink milk. Is it possible for me to reach 170 cm? Also, I go to bed at 11 PM. Can I achieve this?

Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello, Xiao Lin: Exercise and sleep both contribute to the secretion of growth hormone. Given your active lifestyle and if you get enough sleep, you could potentially be taller than your father. However, genetics is also a determining factor. If you truly wish to increase your he...

Can You Still Grow Taller at 28? Myths and Facts About Height Growth

Will it go higher? Is it still possible for a 28-year-old male to grow taller? There are many height-increasing products advertised on television that seem to be very effective; are they really true? Can we use them with confidence? Are there any side effects? If we use those pro...

Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
Hello! Generally speaking, the growth plates are crucial areas for height increase. The growth plates typically close around puberty, and once they are closed, the chances of increasing height are very limited. Commercial height-increasing products, if effective, would primarily ...

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