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A member asked:
Iam 21. my growth plates r closed iguess. but my spine can still grow right? and add few inches to my height?
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Not likely...: By 21 years of age most human beings have reached their adult height. It is not likely your spine is going to take off on it's own and grow "a few inches" while the rest of your bones stay the same! not to worry. Physical height won't hold you back unless you're dead set on being a pro basketball player!
Answered 10/10/2015
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