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I am 29 years old guy and 170 cm height. i feel upset for my height. i have to increase my height at any cost. how can i?is therr any pills for that?

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No: At age29 your height is what it will be. This was determined by your genetics. External devices such as platform shoes can give the illusion of greater height.

Answered 3/18/2017

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Not much to offer: I recall some research in the scandinavian countries where the upper leg bones (femurs) were cut. Rods were placed through the skin ; bones ; attached to a special stretching device. Bone grafts were placed ; if it didn't fail the person could gain a few inches. Seems a bit drastic, ; i know of no one doing it now. If you are 32 ; growth sites in bone are sealed, you are at your final height.

Answered 11/28/2017

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