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Is it possible for the spine to catch up growing with long bones? e.g. after the long bone growth plates are through, the spine grows to proportion?
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Anything possible...: Depends on whether your growth plates in your spine are closed or not. Other than that, anything is possible. Predictable, less likely.
Answered 5/12/2013
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Yes unless you have : An undiagnosed spine problem like a scoliosis or kyphosis which can make the trunk appear to be shorter. There is still some bone growth until early 20's.
Answered 9/28/2016
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