Is It Possible to Increase Height After Age 20?
Is It Possible to Increase Height After Age 20? Hormones, Supplements, and Facts
“If I take hormone therapy, can I grow taller?”
“Even if my growth plates are closed, can medication still work?”
There is a lot of misinformation online, but here is the scientific reality: after age 20, natural height growth is no longer possible.
When Do Growth Plates Close?
- In females: between ages 16–18
- In males: between ages 18–20
After these ages, growth plates close, and bones stop lengthening naturally.
Why Is Hormone Therapy Ineffective?
- It only works if growth plates are still open.
- After age 20, it is ineffective and may be harmful.
- Side effects may include organ enlargement and insulin resistance.
Be Careful with Online Supplements and Products!
- Many "herbal height boosters" have no scientific backing.
- They may damage your liver, kidneys, and other organs.
- They do not provide permanent height increase.
After age 20, surgical height lengthening is the only effective and permanent method.
What Is Limb Lengthening Surgery?
- A planned orthopedic procedure involving the femur or tibia bones.
- Can provide a permanent height gain of 5–13 cm.
- Uses methods such as Precice or LON systems.
“After growth plates are closed, hormones and supplements do not work. Non-surgical options only waste time and money.”
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