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Can I grow taller ?
Im a 16 yr old teen boy.
1) i am currently 5'6 (dad -5'7 mom-5'3
2) i recently got an x ray done of my wrist
3) my growth plates were open
4) i just want someone to look at the x ray and maybe calculate my remaining growth potential
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Dr. Mayank Daral
Orthopedist
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes, you can still grow taller. Based on your wrist X-ray showing open growth plates, you still have remaining growth potential. At 16 years, most boys are in the late growth phase, where growth continues but more slowly. With your current height (5'6") and parental heights, your genetic target height is around 5'7"â5'8", and gaining another 2â4 cm is realistic before the growth plates close (usually by 17â18 years). to maximize this phase, ensure adequate sleep (8â9 hours), balanced nutrition with protein, calcium, and vitamin D, and regular physical activity. Avoid smoking, alcohol, crash dieting, or height âsupplements.â Your major growth spurt is likely over, but some height gain is still possible.
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Dr. Vilas P Chavan
Orthopedic surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
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Ahmedabad
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