Growth issues

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Growth issues

Asked for Male, 17 Years

I am 17 years old, male. i want to know till what age i can grow. are there any exercises or medicines to grow

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Dr. Sarthak Chakravarty General Physician 13 yrs exp Delhi Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sarthak Chakravarty

General Physician 13 yrs exp Delhi

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You have almost reached the end of your growth stage that is 18 years. However Medical Science says that human body grows up to the age of 22 years. You can practice hanging and skipping rope which will help you gaining height. Along with that you should take one calcium tablet daily which will strengthen and lenthen the bone. You should consult an Endocrinologist for better options in growth of height.

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there are acupressure points available at the bottom of the feet which can be triggered to increase Hormone release for height gain. there are special shoes available in the market which do so using this shoes some points are stimulated which activate the growth hormone and there is increase in height.

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