Hi, I'm 17 year old and my height is 5'5 but my...

IS there a chance of getting another growth spurt at this age

Yes , you stii have a chance to grow up

When does the bony ends in a person start to close

In girls, growth stops at the age of 16-18 years
In males, it stops at the age of 18-20 years

 

How to increase the length before closing the bony ends

1.Get enough vitamin D that helps you grow stronger bones and promotes muscle growth in children
2.Take supplements that contain zinc in your body
3.In the event of a deficiency in growth hormone, injections containing growth hormone are taken under the supervision of an internist
4.Lean protein in your diet
5.Get plenty of calcium through calcium-rich cheeses and dairy
6.Avoid certain foods, such as greasy food
7.Take a vitamin supplement such as Dynamisan

What are the causes of short stature

1.Inheritance from parents
2.genetic diseases
3.A natural delay, which occurs in many cases at a young age, where this is a natural delay and the growth phase occurs after a period
4.Malnutrition
4.Growth hormone deficiency
5.Hormonal disorders

 

How can I increase the length after closing the bony ends

Height can only be increased with surgical intervention
The Izarov process uses a special external fixator known as the Ilizarov stabilizer
Spinal screw operation

Advise

if there no respons you can follow up with Endocrainologist