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I am 21 years old can i still grow my height?
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Likely no: Most people are done growing taller by age 21. You can get xrays to check your growth plates if you are curious.
Answered 4/17/2017
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No: The potential additional length anyone can expect depends on areas in the long bones (arms, legs, fingers)called growth plates. This is where growth occurs and an active open growth plate means more growth is possible. An x-ray of the hands & wrists can be evaluated for bone maturity since there are many growth centers to see. If your bone maturity is >18yo you are done growing taller.
Answered 4/17/2017
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