Growing Taller After Puberty? Is it Possible?
Many people would like to know whether its possible to grow taller even after puberty.
It is definitely possible. There have been many instances where people in their 20s and 30s have gained 2 to 3 inches in height.
The potential to grow 2-4 inches taller is present in every person. There are parts of the body such as the spinal discs that are never fused after puberty and can be safely stretched and expanded by regular exercise.
Almost 35% of your total height is contributed by your Spinal Column. Your spinal column consists of 33 separate bone segments known as vertebrae held together by ligaments. 9 out of the 33 vertebrae are fused into two immovable bones where as the other 24 vertebrae are permanently movable and can NEVER be fused.
The most important component of the spine is the cartilaginous pads called intervertebral discs.
The intervertebral discs are pads of soft issues present between each of the 33 vertebrae. Their main function is to act as shock absorbers and provide separation between each vertebra.
One-quarter the length of your vertebral column is contributed by these discs. That would be 4 to 6 inches for most people. The thicker those discs, the longer your spinal column is and the taller you become.
Regular stretching and inversion can help increase your height by expanding the discs and lengthening your spine. Without regular exercise, the discs may lose its elasticity and become rigid, and hence will lead to height loss.
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