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Height increase for an adult.
My friend wants to increase his height. He's 26. Is this practically possible?
Whom should I consult for the same.
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First u take x-ray of the ✋ hand and show it to Orthopaedician, x-ray indicates the possibility of growth
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Orthopaedic surgeon
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At this age to increase the height nothing is successful to give uniform effect in the body. As far Harmons are b considered at this age can consult endocrinologist.
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1.the very reason of need to increase the height.
Physical appearance or need of life.
2. Is the present height less due to lack of growth or obstructed growth spurt( physical or emotional trauma)
3. Will the enhancement bring any change in present quality of life.
4. Is there any physical deformity or muscular dysfunction associated with the current height.
Answer of possibility :YES.
By a physiotherapist : YES.
Fruitfulness: subjective
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Tweeking your body for aspirations of short term may give you long term side effects or a lot more to pay for.
If you dont have a physical or emotional limitation due to current height, please be proud of yourself. Need not tweak.
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An endocrinologist can help u with this... Not a physio
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Consult a experienced physiotherapist asap, to get the best results
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Dr. Ajaz Ahmad
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Consult a endocrinologist,
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