Height, Orthopedics FAQ

Understanding Growth Spurts: Can I Still Increase My Height at 13?

Height issues? Hello, doctor. Currently, my height is around 167 cm, and I have experienced a growth of about 1 cm per year. During elementary school, I had a growth spurt of 10 cm in one year, but my growth rate has slowed down since then. I would like to ask if I still have a g...

Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, the height is approximately 70% determined by genetic factors and about 30% influenced by environmental factors. It is recommended to focus on three aspects: maintaining a regular schedule, having a balanced diet, and establishing an exercise routine. If there are still co...

Can I Still Grow to 175 cm by Age 16? A Guide for Teens

Is it possible for a 15-year-old, almost 16, to grow to 175 cm in height? Hello, doctor. I will turn 16 this October. I started middle school at a height of 137 cm and graduated this June at 157.5 cm, and now I'm 159 cm. I have developed pubic and underarm hair, but I haven&...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, each person's growth curve is different, influenced by nutritional status, exercise, and lifestyle. However, the presence or absence of growth plates is a direct determining factor for the potential to grow taller. You can consult an orthopedic specialist or a pediatr...

Can a 15-Year-Old Still Grow Taller? Tips for Maximizing Height Potential

Is there still a chance to grow taller at the age of 15, almost 16? I will turn 16 years old on October 17th this year. My current height is 158.5 cm. I have developed pubic hair and underarm hair, but I haven't grown facial hair yet. My voice has changed, but my Adam's...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: You still have the opportunity to grow taller, but it will not be a rapid increase, and it is impossible to predict your final height. Balanced nutrition and adequate sleep are the most important factors. Keep it up! Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.

Can Jump Rope Help a 15-Year-Old Grow Taller?

15 years old. 158 cm tall and wants to grow to 161 cm? I am currently 158 cm tall, my mother is 159 cm, and my father is 165 cm. I am now in the first year of high school. I got my first menstrual period in sixth grade. During elementary school, I experienced rapid height growth,...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, puberty is a crucial stage for growth and development. If you want to achieve good height, it's essential to focus on three aspects: nutrition, sleep, and exercise. A balanced diet, sufficient sleep without staying up late, and moderate exercise will enhance your grow...

Should I See a Doctor About My Growth Plate Closure at Age 13?

I would like to ask if the growth plates have closed? Hello doctor, I am currently 13 years old and have only grown 2 to 3 centimeters in almost a year. Last year, I grew over 10 centimeters. I have previously taken herbal medicine, but I have already developed secondary sexual c...

Dr. Zhan Xian Reply:
Hello, may I inquire about pediatrics?

Post-Surgery Leg Pain: Understanding Complications After Bone Cement Procedure

After bone cement surgery, there is soreness in the right thigh? Hello, doctor. My father (height 170 cm, weight 104 kg) was involved in a car accident last month, resulting in a spinal fracture (I believe it was the twelfth vertebra). After being examined at the hospital, he und...

Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, common issues after bone cement surgery, aside from cement leakage, include further deterioration of pre-existing degenerative areas due to injury. However, the management of spinal issues heavily relies on imaging studies. It is recommended that you consult with the physi...

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

Height issues Hello, Doctor: 1. I am currently 17 years old and about 162.5 cm tall. I have grown over 1 cm in the past six months. Is it still possible for me to reach a height of 165 to 170 cm? 2. When I was 16, I had an X-ray of my growth plates, and the doctor only mention...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. The likelihood is low. 2. It usually won't increase much anymore. 3. There is some correlation between height and exercise, but it must occur before the growth plates close. 4. It's just a legend and cannot be verified.

Recurrent Shoulder Injury After Clavicle Dislocation Surgery: What to Do?

Re-injury after left acromioclavicular joint dislocation surgery? Hello, doctor. At the end of 2019, I was in a car accident that resulted in a left acromioclavicular joint dislocation, which I had surgically repaired that same year. At the end of 2020, I was in another car accid...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if you meet the criteria for surgery, considering that you have a complete acromioclavicular dislocation, given your age, it is important to address this issue as you have a long future ahead. Leaving behind shoulder mobility impairment as a sequela would not be ideal. Cha...

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

Height issues Hello, Doctor: 1. I am currently 17 years old and approximately 162.5 cm tall. I have grown over 1 cm in the past six months. Is it still possible for me to reach a height of 165 to 170 cm? 2. When I was 16, I had an X-ray of my growth plates, and the doctor only m...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. If the growth plates have already closed, theoretically, one will not grow taller. 2. Exercise can strengthen muscles and bones, and some activities may also stimulate bone growth. 3. It is unlikely for college students to grow taller.

Understanding Anterior Pelvic Tilt: Causes, Effects, and Correction

Anterior pelvic tilt I have an issue with anterior pelvic tilt, which causes me to experience lower back pain when lying flat, so I tend to sleep on my stomach. Do I need to correct this? Will correcting anterior pelvic tilt make me taller or shorter?

Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, anterior pelvic tilt can usually be improved with exercise therapy or rehabilitation treatment, and surgery is not typically necessary unless there are accompanying symptoms of nerve compression. There will not be a significant change in height before and after correction.

Can Growth Hormone Therapy Help Increase Height in Preteens?

Bone age and growth height issues? Currently in sixth grade, the actual age is 12.5 years. Recently, the bone age was assessed to be 13.9 years. The height is 148.5 cm. There are some signs of voice change, but no Adam's apple or pubic hair development. Is there a chance of ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The height of children is related to genetics, meaning that the height of your parents is associated with your own height. Generally, the taller the parents, the more likely the children will be taller as well. It is not recommended to use medication to artificially enhance or de...

Can You Still Grow Taller at 26? Exploring Height Increase Options

Is it still possible to grow taller? At 26 years old, with a height of 172 cm, it is unlikely that you will grow taller naturally, as most individuals reach their maximum height by their late teens to early twenties when the growth plates in the bones close. If you are aiming to ...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, a 26-year-old male, the growth plates have been closed for a long time, so further height increase is unlikely. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.

How Tall Can I Grow? Understanding Height Potential and Growth Factors

Height growth issues Hello, Doctor: 1. I am currently about 162 cm tall. What is the maximum height I can reach? My father is about 165 cm and my mother is around 150 cm. 2. Until what age can I continue to grow, and is there still room for improvement? 3. I often get teased ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is necessary to check whether the growth plates have closed. If the growth plates have already closed, theoretically, there will be no further height increase.

Can a 17-Year-Old Still Grow Taller? Understanding Height Potential

At 17 years old and a height of 162 cm, it is still possible for you to grow taller. Growth plates, which are areas of developing cartilage tissue at the ends of long bones, typically close Hello Doctor, I am currently a 17-year-old high school sophomore with a height of only 162...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: You may grow a bit taller, but it is not guaranteed that you will reach 170 centimeters. A balanced and adequate diet along with sufficient rest (sleep) is more beneficial for growth, and moderate exercise is sufficient. Orthopedic Department, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li Wen...

Can Teenagers Still Grow Taller? Insights on Height and Treatment Options

Adolescent growth spurts? Hello Doctor: I am a 16-year-old girl in the second year of high school, and I will turn 17 this summer. My current height is only 151 cm, and the last time I measured my height was in September 2020, when I was 149.5 cm. My father is 165 cm tall, my mot...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: If you are experiencing concerns related to short stature, it is recommended that you visit a pediatric metabolism and endocrinology specialist to evaluate the possibility of growth hormone therapy. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.

Can You Still Grow Taller at 18? Tips for Maximizing Height Potential

Can you still grow taller at 18 years old? Hello, doctor. I am currently a senior in high school, and I would like to grow taller. If I exercise more, eat well, and avoid staying up late, do I have a chance? I was 148 cm tall when I graduated from elementary school, and I grew ab...

Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
After the age of 18, individuals typically only grow an additional 2-4 centimeters. To maximize your remaining height potential, ensure you get sufficient sleep (8-10 hours), expose yourself to sunlight, consume adequate protein and calcium, avoid sugary beverages, and limit proc...

Can I Still Grow Taller at 17? Understanding Growth Plate Closure

Growth issues Hello Dr. Lee, I am 17 years old and will turn 18 in mid-August. I haven't grown much in height for the past two years (basically not even a centimeter, possibly because I usually sleep at 1 or 2 AM). Is there still a chance for me to grow taller?

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: The chances of growing taller are slim, but it is not absolutely impossible. If you really want to grow taller, please visit the Metabolism and Endocrinology Department for further evaluation. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.

Can My Sister Still Grow Taller? Understanding Height Concerns in Adolescents

Short stature? Hello, doctor. I have a younger sister who is in the second year of junior high school. She is 151 cm tall and weighs between 43 to 44 kg. She hasn't grown taller for a while, and she started her menstrual period after the winter break in fifth grade. Her fath...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: There is a possibility of growth, but it is not possible to predict how much taller she will grow. If you are concerned about her height, please take her to a pediatric endocrinology and metabolism specialist for further evaluation. Orthopedics, Li Wen-Hong, Changhua Hospi...

Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth Potential at 15

Is there a chance of having a normal height? Since the first year of junior high school, my height was 155 cm, then 161 cm in the second year, and three months ago I measured 166 cm in the third year. It seems I have grown about 5.6 cm in a year, while my classmates have grown 7....

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Maintaining regular exercise is sufficient; excessive exercise can be harmful.

Understanding Tibial Nonunion: The Role of Fibula Grafting Surgery

Tibial nonunion, fibular grafting surgery? Hello Dr. You, I was in a car accident on November 26, 2019, which resulted in an open and comminuted fracture of my right tibia. On December 2, 2019, Dr. A performed an intramedullary nailing surgery. To this day, the fracture site has ...

Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello: Online Q&A is not face-to-face medical care, and it can easily lead to misunderstandings; the following is for reference only. The larger the bone defect, the more difficult the healing process, which may require more complex surgeries, such as vascularized fibula graf...

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