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What would keep a 40-something's bones to still be open &never have closed or maybe reopen? i read post that massage or exercise can do it.is it true?
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Well: This is highly unlikely he the bone growth plates are generally closed and women my age 18 or 20 and men by age 21 to 23. For specific diagnosis and treatment see a primary care doctor
Answered 11/26/2016
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