I'm an adult man and I stand 5'2. If I had the money, I would get this surgery in a heartbeat if it wasn't for possible complications. My whole life has been marked with ridicule and rejection and there is nothing I can do to change it. Anyone who says "it's just your attitude" has never walked in my shoes. I don't care how much it hurts for how long, it sure beats living through the rest of my life in pain. And the worst part is, everyone thinks it's perfectly fine to reject and ridicule a short man. Fat women? No one is allowed to utter a word against them, but short men? Go ahead, make those jokes and reject them and treat them like trash, because nobody will say or do anything. Which is especially absurd when you consider that fat women can always lose weight, but short men are cursed by something completely beyond their control. But the issue of complications would make me not want to do it. Sorry, it isn't worth risking not being able to walk properly again, so even if I did have that kind of money, I don't think I'd do it. Although I can't afford this surgery, I can do the next best thing. I'm getting things together to work remotely and I'm relocating to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for many reasons including that I like the culture, I practice the same Buddhist religion that is widely practiced there, and I've been there a few times and want to learn Khmer. Also, one of the reasons being that the average height there is just slightly taller than mine and plenty of Khmer men are my height or even shorter. And in Cambodia, women actually smiled at me when I tried to talk to them and gave me a chance. I mean regular, wholesome, local women, not "bar girls". There, I am not the "short freak" I am in the USA.
@s.calamity55452 жыл бұрын
Despite what you see on twitter, people ridicule fat women (and men) all the time. And if a woman rejects you because you're short, that means she's superficial and it wasn't meant to be. If you're relatively healthy, you shouldn't change yourself to impress anyone, especially if these people you're trying to impress are vain and/or ignorant...
@kole1ful2 жыл бұрын
@@s.calamity5545 I’m a woman who’s 5’1, I sort of get a pass, I can’t even begin to imagine what a 5’2 man goes through. This goes beyond “wanting to change yourself for others” or “shallow women” It’s almost a disability in my opinion and you might not understand till you walk in those shoes.
@JohnSmith-wp3tg2 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry you feel about yourself like that. Height is one of the things we cannot control. People who tease you about your height or mock overweight people are not people you want to be around regardless of where you are in the world. But learning to love yourself is the first step. Have you seen or spoken to a therapist or counsellor before?
@OG_ALviK2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-wp3tg mocking height and weight is not the same. Atleast in italy evryone mocks evrybody about anything in a joking / friendly way. And evryone is fine with it. And let me tell you 9/10 times it's about weight / fat.
@lotrgirl2752 жыл бұрын
I get strong incel vibes. And worse ones from the move to Cambodia, eww!
@christopherv30482 жыл бұрын
I've had this surgery performed in 2019 in Istanbul via PRECICE method. I'm based in the US and I was 170.18 (5'7"). I am a 38 year old male. Pain was excruciating within the first 72 hours and moderately uncomfortable the first 14 days. That's nothing compared to the physical therapy in which your muscles are being stretched 110-115%+ every 2-4 days. You work with a therapist and it's their job to put you through pain to make your body respond and acclimate for its new stress points and pressures. I had a quadrilateral procedure which meant both femurs and tibias. I've gained 8.1cm on the femurs and 5.9cm on the tibias and stand at 184.18 cm presently (a smidge over 6'). My upper body torso and arms were already long so I've become closer to the 'Golden Ratio', which actually, makes me more aesthetically proportioned. Scars are minimal and barely visible - they disappear more and more everyday with proper care. The procedure cost me about 1.4m Lira or about 78k USD. Total recovery time was about 8 months. I still do physical therapy but about twice a month. I currently have about 79% of the physically capacity I've had before (muscle leverage, muscle strength, extension/hyperextension flexibility, etc.) Most surgeons will be conservative and state that you'll never have more than 80-85% of your previous capacity unless you are younger and/or have adapting body/genetics. Life has been leaps and bounds better than before. Clothes fit more aesthetically. My inseams allow me to flatfoot my motorcycle. I have more leverage in cycling (but less power due to underdeveloped/overstressed muscles). My new height means that I'm taller than 84.6% of the average American male and nearly 100% of American females (according to heightcalc.com). I didn't experience this much before, but 9 times out of 10, I'm speaking down (physically) to people. With specific shoes, I'm even closer to 6'1", which further intensifies the experience. It's hard to describe, but it gives you an immense amount of confidence. Physically, I'm much more imposing and have larger presence in a room than before. Don't get me started on what it's like interacting with women. -- I've worked out before my surgery and had a good physique, but now I've kicked it into overdrive. I have good muscle mass and about 12% body fat. I've received a lot more attention than ever before and it's like being in a different world. Like you were invited to a club that you were previously barred from. Most tall people will never understand the plights of a short male - it's painful, soul crushing, and sometimes, emasculating. It affects job promotion, physical attraction, confidence, general aesthetics, social interactions, and many other variables that just don't equate when you're 6'+. Just as women get breast augmentation, Botox, rhinoplasty, cheek injection, lip injections, eye lifts, microblading, hair extensions, etc. - this surgery is the male equivalency. Most women would state that those cosmetic surgeries are life changing. Leg Lengthening 1000% is. And yet, people will balk at bones being broken/extended as ridiculous, but graciously accept that cutting open an areola to insert a silicon or saline implant as the norm (seriously, go watch some uncensored videos on some of those procedures like rhinoplasty, rib extraction, tummy tuck, Brazilian Butt Lift, heck, even run-of-the-mill: pregnancy deliveries). People break their bones every day through accidents (most which are so chaotic & severe that sometimes there is no bone mass left to repair) yet, most people recover very well. The general populace underestimate how wonderfully robust and adaptable the human bone is. Consider this: Leg Lengthening break your bones cleanly and as surgically precise as possible - these are Surgeons we are talking about. They do it in a controlled environment and minimize as many variables as possible. -- Men, if you need this surgery and can mentally & financially afford to do so, please consider it. Don't let society shame you wanting this "extreme" surgery - looking through the comments here, as an example, shows their ignorance. Find ethical doctors, understand the risks, and do your own research. Good luck & Godspeed.
@FurkanSavas2 жыл бұрын
I am considering it but unlike you my arms and torso are shorter then my height and legs. So if I get up to 180+ which is at least 11cm my proportions will be bad that I am sure off. I am just not sure how it really would look because there are people with short arms and short torso but never did I ever really give that any attention. But thanks for sharing your experience, for someone like me it means a lot especially dating aspect.
@Abm55442 жыл бұрын
How long were you thinking of getting leg lengthening surgery before you got it?
@incognito95372 жыл бұрын
I'm 18 at the moment planning on getting it at 21. I'm a state runner, will it affect my athletic ability. I am 5'9, wanting to be 6'1. Which surgeon did you get it from in Turkey?
@christopherv30482 жыл бұрын
@@Abm5544 I was thinking of it for about 12 months. Enough time to ponder it over and get financials ready for it.
@christopherv30482 жыл бұрын
@@incognito9537 It will absolutely diminish your athletic ability.
@vikkun392 жыл бұрын
165 cm and living a good life. Had some bad experience as a kid because of short height but now its all good. I know i am short but natural is best. Be grateful of what you get
@littleripper3122 жыл бұрын
There are short girls so you'll be fine
@Blernster2 жыл бұрын
? 5 and a half feet isn't even short that's average
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@@Blernster For a guy absolutely not.
@fourdoorsmorehoes2 жыл бұрын
@@Blernster yeah, meybe in asia
@vikkun392 жыл бұрын
@@Blernster i am 2 cm shorter than average but yes alright
@halogenzawgi94102 жыл бұрын
The compilations in the later life are enough evidence for me to put off this procedure. I ain’t mutilating myself just to meet tinder standards.
@littleripper3122 жыл бұрын
Good, it's sad to think men really do this just to get a girl to date them. She obviously doesn't like you that much if a few inches of height is what was stopping her before. And it's like you really want to date a girl like that?
@rtSfe672 жыл бұрын
@@littleripper312 unfortunately most women are like that though
@gustavgurke33892 жыл бұрын
@@rtSfe67 not just women, people in general
@Buff_Drio2 жыл бұрын
@@rtSfe67 Good thing most women arent enough for me either
@yeahyukerson45112 жыл бұрын
yeah something about breaking the legs doesn't seem like a thing age will not affect.
@mistamaog2 жыл бұрын
As much as I feel like most people should avoid this, I can't argue with like a male who's like 5'0-5'4 just wanting to be a somewhat normal height, like being 5'7. I get insecure about being under 6' so I can't even imagine what it's like being the same height as most short women.
@ChaseThePinballWizard2 жыл бұрын
If everybody was tall, then nobody would be tall.
@nightingaleforrest2 жыл бұрын
You can still be a tall man if you’re under 6 foot. 5”11 is still tall for example.
@mistamaog2 жыл бұрын
@@nightingaleforrest I'm 5'11 but don't feel tall lol, maybe it's because they stand out to me but I've noticed more men over 6 foot recently, so I've been feeling short.
@LunaticTheCat2 жыл бұрын
Ya, I imagine dating is extremely hard for a man only 5'0 to 5'4.
@spartacus14142 жыл бұрын
@@mistamaog you're probably not 5'11. Or else you would feel tall trust me
@user-zp8jv2yt7s2 жыл бұрын
It's trending and will continue to trend as long as this society is shallow No amount of virtue signaling and gaslighting can stop the painful experiences of a short man
@vigilanttt619 Жыл бұрын
i’m 15 watching this i’m 5’1 and honestly with a 5’2 dad and 4’11 mom i see no hope in my future height a surgery like this is very considerate on my mind and something i’m looking forward to despite the side affects
@supnorb Жыл бұрын
My brother. Take my advise really seriously. Just stop worrying about your height instead sleep regularly for 8hours or more every single day without failure. You still have some years left. Eat healthy and stretch every fucking day without failure. Engage yourself with stretching sports like basketball and swimming and even cycling. You’ll thank me so much years later when the result starts popping up. Just sleep sleep sleep !!!!
@sebastianjamrozik3675 Жыл бұрын
@@supnorb sorry bro but it will not mąkę him a lot taller. Sure it can maximase his height but it wont be as effective as surgery
@micmich8059 Жыл бұрын
look into aromatase inhibitors and HGH, they have been used to grow men taller
@LukasZ_77 Жыл бұрын
@@supnorb Dude most people stop growing at 15-17 and it's mostly genetics when you are done growing, this men grow till 21 thing is so stupid and not true for most guys because if your genetics say you are done growing at 16 than you are done. And even if he grows it won't be that much because height is MOSTLY GENETIC around 80 percent !! So this hole just eat good sleep good stretch good thing will maybe just maybe if he is lucky maximase his height by an inch but that's it he will still be short... Sorry to break it to you guys but that's just the truth.
@rudysmith1552 Жыл бұрын
Take mk677
@eliasfischer7532 Жыл бұрын
I was suicidal for a decade. Had 3 attempts. In and out of therapies, all the psych meds and institutions. Then I have done the femur surgery and it‘s the best thing I ever did in my life. Instead of pushing stupid psych meds into my bloodstream that don’t fix the roots of the issue I finally tackled the cause of all of this. It‘s a very hard surgery and extremely hard process for only the most insane people though. But it‘s life changing and I only regret not doing it earlier. I am so glad I could step out of my shadow and finally overcome this. I think without this surgery I would have been dead. I am so thankful for the amazing doctors who did this for me. I don‘t recommend it to the average “oh being taller would be cool but I’m not severely suffering” person.
@deuce9996 Жыл бұрын
I’m glad your feeling better
@SarcasmOpenWorld Жыл бұрын
Can you please tell us how it changed you before and after?
@ataraxia7439 Жыл бұрын
This is so interesting, could you please give me a link or someway of contacting you to learn more about your story? I think it’s really important that people know that some ppls mental health could benefit from cosmetics.
@macgmol159 Жыл бұрын
Good for you bro enjoy How tall were you? I am 5'7, and i am heavily thinking about doing it, but i am scared if it fails
@macgmol159 Жыл бұрын
@Frank Sanz i am tho It's the non-stop disrespect you get from society it lowers your self-esteem that you see no reason to live So yeah
@Fundaddy50002 жыл бұрын
Some shorter guy with super short arms will go overboard with this, and wind up looking like a dude walking on stilts.
@joshuamorales10952 жыл бұрын
Maybe the process could be done on his arms as well, though I think the limiting factor would be joint stability. Lots of naturally taller dudes with smaller joints have this problem.
@grigorirasputin48712 жыл бұрын
@@joshuamorales1095 If you were to lengthen your arms and legs to much, then you would end up with a disproportionally short torso and I do`t think, there is lengthening surgery for that xD
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@@grigorirasputin4871 You can lengthen arms as well. Not to mention most people who undergo this look completely normal after. It's not like they're gaining 10+ inches from it.
@xsu-is7vq2 жыл бұрын
@@grigorirasputin4871 when there’s a need, someone will develop it
@admiralackbar46522 жыл бұрын
Yeah, how about your proportions? It would look weird
@lordgooner234 Жыл бұрын
So long as the risk is small and patients are fully aware of the consequences then let them have at it. What I can't stand is people who are already tall telling someone who is struggling with their height that they shouldn't get it.
@fiwordАй бұрын
If you have some researchs on it, what do you tip me knowing I will do the surgery with LON method and go back home after 1 week, will I develop infection? Or will I be unable to walk somehow?
@Jibbie492 жыл бұрын
This surgery is done with great success in India and South Korea by skilled surgeons and for a fraction of the cost of what it is here in the USA. For the people who decide to do it, they just have to research the doctors and then be willing to put in the effort it takes to deal with the PT follow-up.
@harshgadigone Жыл бұрын
In India it will cost around 30 to 35k USD for skilled surgeon
@visakhmurali76 Жыл бұрын
@@harshgadigone Get your legs flexible as you can. More flexible more length and less time to heal. Muscle stiffness is the main risk with this surgery.
@waltondennis8208 Жыл бұрын
So let me get this right I fly to India or South Korea to get my legs broken and I pay for it🤔 ugh I’m good🤷🏿♂️
@visakhmurali76 Жыл бұрын
@@waltondennis8208 U will be fine. People does this and living normally. Post therapy and precautions are important
@henrik4835 Жыл бұрын
IM looking into it. What clinics or surgeons in South Korea?
@alexfernandez6621 Жыл бұрын
I'm 21, 5'5", 120lb, and living in the U.S. Firstly, no, I wouldn't do it, because of the unnecessary risk, but I will say this: I have never felt like a man. The stereotypical strong, tough, and burly man comes to mind but, I just mean being respected as a man. I'm still treated as a teenager, never taken seriously. Now that I have leadership roles, I realize that tall men get far more respect than shorter ones. I don't think it's my speaking skills because I've always spoken eloquently, and loudly, sometimes to the point of being hushed by the person I'm talking to lol. I think it's because I have a naturally deep voice. Even looking at presidents of the past, most are tall; averaging 5'11" (according to Statista). I'm also not taken seriously by other men. I was always a short-tempered kid, but I quickly learned to hold my tongue after getting beaten up a few times. Since it's pretty easy to physically overpower me, since then, I have always laughed off being treated badly by men, pretending to take it as a joke. When it comes to women, (I'm heterosexual btw) I firmly believe in not being violent, since men can do much more harm. But in practice, I've been in situations where there was a good chance I was gonna get my ass whooped by an above-average-sized woman. Don't get me started on being clowned for being short. I'm not a hateful person whatsoever, so all I'm left to do is feel bad for myself and hope that I can build a personality that earns the respect of people. Until then, I'm gonna accept and appreciate what I cannot change. (I had to get this off my chest. This was the perfect opportunity. Good luck with finding your path.)
@ernestobiko Жыл бұрын
You’re a man for admitting this bro hit the gym wear some shoes that make you taller like jordans for example and you’ll be good my bro
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
Stop saying "No I wouldn't do it" to appeal to normies, do the research. The risk is not anything crazy for surgery. Everyone's just hating on it with no knowledge on it.
@-Ice_Cold-10 ай бұрын
5'11 is average though
@Fooshis016 ай бұрын
Do it bro if they didn't respect you yesterday then they're not gonna respect you today
@Shvetsario6 ай бұрын
Bruh I'm 5'8 and like 125-130. We just gotta workout and bulk
@Korilian132 жыл бұрын
My cousin was goven growth hormones when he was a teen, because they expected that he would stay quite short (maybe there were other reasons too, idk). He's over 2 meters now.
@guranad02 жыл бұрын
Really? Any side effects?
@kyarumomochi51462 жыл бұрын
@@guranad0 yeah being over 2 meters
@Ebombda125432 жыл бұрын
@@kyarumomochi5146 😂
@Iksvomid2 жыл бұрын
Dare I say it? He's a grower, not a shower!
@guranad02 жыл бұрын
@@kyarumomochi5146 lol that's not a side effect, that's a main effect. side effect is possibly oversized heart organ or any overgrowth inside, things like that
@mizzannie0012 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't do it looks painful. I saw a person with dwarfism who did it and I can definitely empathize.
@GoldenBoyDims2 жыл бұрын
The surgery is brutal
@DurpenHeimer2 жыл бұрын
@@GoldenBoyDims They have pretty well-developed techniques now. What they show in Baki with Jack Hanma is the old technique they used to do decades ago. You can still do it that way for cheap but it is much more painful and risky
@Iksvomid2 жыл бұрын
all size matters
@tylerbeck38062 жыл бұрын
Risks outweigh any benefit if it's purely cosmetic. In the case of bone sparing tumor removal/injury repair it's a life changing procedure.
@jesseo61822 жыл бұрын
you are talking uninformed nonsense
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
Nah, I'd do anything to be taller/more attractive.
@GoldenBoyDims2 жыл бұрын
Yes man I can see a lot of problems with arthritis in the future
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@@tylerbeck3806 He's right, modern day LL techniques are safe with a 96% success rate. They've been performing these procedures for over 50 years and most patients aren't suffering long term effects. That kind of crap mostly happens in India with bad surgeons.
@tylerbeck38062 жыл бұрын
@Clinton Marunyane taking any unnecessary medical risk is stupid. You can hide behind research all day but there is nothing "medical" about this for purely cosmetic purposes. The philosophy is minimally invasive conservative care first. There is NO indication to justify this procedure outside of tumor/fracture repair, aside from cosmetic. I understand the research, probably better than you, and what you are saying is correct. However, I believe it to be negligence if done for purely cosmetic purposes and would argue it to be against the oath of a medical professional. I have no misunderstandings about the safety of this procedure, the disagreement we have is over principle not safety, which I thought I made perfectly clear. It's called an opinion and were both entitled to that. Very simply neither of us have to care about the other's, especially as this procedure does not pose a legal issue.
@Aaron-cc7yq2 жыл бұрын
My brother was scheduled to get this surgery bc his height really affects him mentally. Last minute he decided not to go through with it. Wish our parents would have sought hormone therapy for him during puberty to possibly help his height back then
@theyoutubeman30322 жыл бұрын
Hope your bro learns to love himself
@nilsholgersson68932 жыл бұрын
How high ?
@Li-yt6uj2 жыл бұрын
How tall is he?
@aaronbirook43672 жыл бұрын
He should’ve gotten it. Now he will suffer unnecessarily
@WomenHateShortMen6 ай бұрын
@@theyoutubeman3032 How can he love himself when everyone else hates him?
@AH-bm4ts2 жыл бұрын
The trick is to get the surgery done as young as possible for faster recovery.
@GoldenBoyDims2 жыл бұрын
You will still run into problems when you get older and I don’t think you should do it if your growth plates are not closed yet
@SHineWhon2 жыл бұрын
problem is when young no money to do it lol
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@@SHineWhon Part of that is because young people are financially stupid. The average millennial doesn't even have 1k to cover an emergency. Crazy to think about.
@TasX2 жыл бұрын
Yeah that is the trick. The only catch is that it’s also the cost of a Lamborghini
@marian87722 жыл бұрын
I’m 5’0 female and I understand the struggle and insecurity height could bring to certain people. A lot of the time people feel the need to disrespect me or look down on me due to my weight. I’ve been made fun of several times. Regardless, I don’t see myself getting this surgery done just to earn respect and acceptance of people. In fact, I don’t even wear high heels. I prefer to be comfortable and wear my tennis shoes. But anyone who wants to get this surgery should only do it for themselves and not to get the approval of society or relationship. sometimes people get cosmetic surgery thinking it’ll fix their problem but their insecurities remains still. well it’s important one must ask if the problem is within first.
@softsunset2 жыл бұрын
I am also 5ft fall from the Philippines 😅
@ritzna77082 жыл бұрын
Thanks sweetie
@IffyEdem2 жыл бұрын
You’re a woman. Height effects men.
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@@IffyEdem True, men don't reject women for their height either. It's a million times worse for short men.
@sepomushaukwa90062 жыл бұрын
I am also a 5ft female and I definitely want to get this surgery for myself.
@josejimenez-gw5yl2 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t mind growing 3 or 4 more inches, plus i feel that my legs are shorter than they should be and are unproportional to my arms, so yes i would if I could
@azizadam38192 жыл бұрын
I feel like the negative out way the benefits
@hauvkuabyang74672 жыл бұрын
You wouldn’t be able to run for the rest of your life without it hurting like a bitch my guy
@ChrisCapoccia2 жыл бұрын
sounds like we could just break all of those bones and lengthen them too while we're at it :D
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@@hauvkuabyang7467 Not true at all.
@puceloVA2 жыл бұрын
@@hauvkuabyang7467 : That is false. Don't spread false myths.
@Joser1672 жыл бұрын
5'4 and I'm happy. Just be happy with what you got. Some people are extra for no reason
@Breadznbutter2 жыл бұрын
5’9 ain’t even short tho of course you’re happy
@Joser1672 жыл бұрын
@@Breadznbutter Sorry I meant 5'4. 😅
@ahmedmukhan2 жыл бұрын
I am 6 feet tall ....the heist never ends. My father, uncles and cousins are above 6.2 inch so sometimes regret that I am shorter than them. As the time passed I realised that fitness really matters. If u are above 6 feet and u don't maintain your body eating fatty meals 3 times. You are totally wasting it. On the other hand I have seen guys with average height like 5.7 look good as they maintain their body to the next level........ So end of story height does matter only if u maintain your body . If u are short u workout , be more charming, sensitive. People gonna love u for that.
@nickbutter9270 Жыл бұрын
I'm 5-9 about Average height for male population. My height is perfect for my lifestyle ... I'm Good. And he mentioned people get fatter as they get older. I never had a beer belly gut. I'm a full blown adult no beer belly, toned muscle structure Damn near my high school ball playing weight. My BMI is at 23. The note on the BMI Calculator says (Normal Weight, Keep It Up). And I'm a Personal Trainer and Martial Artist. My weight has not fallen off because I've been taking care of myself at an early age and I don't even look my age. So I dont know about the we get fatter as we get older. Its your life style that determine that part
@zaraelizabeth9253 Жыл бұрын
I’m a 5ft 2 woman and I’ve got mocked and ridiculed all my life. I’ve got treated like I’m half a human in my family. I remember in my graduation my dad was like I won’t be able to see you on stage you’re so short etc etc. it really does affect you , as a result I’m not confident at all. I wouldn’t do the surgery personally but I understand why someone would. Everyone be nice to short people!
@lewisburton1852 Жыл бұрын
No One really cares about women’s height even some guys love shorter women.
@Samuel-hj6cn Жыл бұрын
@@lewisburton1852 Yeah, you can't compare a short man's life with a short woman's life. My ex is 4'11 and she has plenty of options in job and partners. I mean yeah I'm sure it's also a struggle as a short woman, but as a short man you are not even existend for society: I'm so glad that most women are shorter than me (I'm 172cm), but even I get negative comments from time to time about my height especially from women here in germany.
@lewisburton1852 Жыл бұрын
@@Samuel-hj6cn me and you are exactly the same height I’m pushing 5’8 maybe 5’9 with the right shoes so I don’t feel incredibly short but in a big crowd or a room of people it sucks especially when already tall women wear heels. I haven’t been in the market for a girlfriend because I’ve been in a long term relationship but I can see being a huge disadvantage at the very least I would have to be in shape and have money good luck out there lol.
@Samuel-hj6cn Жыл бұрын
@@lewisburton1852 Good to hear that you are in a long term relationship. :) Jepp what you lack in height you only can compensate trough money or social status and maybe being muscular a bit. Wish you all the best, bro.
@marvinholley5838 Жыл бұрын
how dramatic
@TheFishFTW2 жыл бұрын
Really important question? What about the nerves? Do they stretch? I know nerves dont like to stretch... also do muscles adapt to this in terms of length?
@ifeoluwaojo30652 жыл бұрын
It's not safe to extend beyond 4-6cm. The nerves will recover slowly, usually at a rate of up to 1mm/day.
@sachemofboston36492 жыл бұрын
From what I’ve read the muscles will grow to accommodate the new length, however, the tendons are just stretched, which is why they can only extend the legs up to 6 inches in most cases
@abbiereynolds80162 жыл бұрын
I had this surgery back in 2011, not to get taller but because my left leg was shorter than my right leg, which caused my scoliosis to develop because of the imbalance, I had to have a separate surgery in 2015 to correct that. But if I hadn't got the leg lengthening surgery it would have been much worse. It was a tough and painful 7 months for me, I had to go to school with the giant frame on my leg, my leg didn't exactly heal all the way correctly afterwards, and I have about 6 ugly scars from the entry points of the fixator (unavoidable). This is not something you should do cosmetically, I had no choice but to do it because it was affecting my spine. Of course I'm not the expert here, and I can't tell people what to do, but it's not something to be taken lightly. P.S. also I'm not a guy so I don't have to deal with the ridicule of being a short man, I'm just speaking strictly from the surgery aspect of it.
@mistamaog2 жыл бұрын
Are you able to still live a normal life after all this time?
@sachemofboston36492 жыл бұрын
The thing is you did the external version of the surgery. Today they have internal surgery that does it quicker and more efficiently. They’re fully weight bearing and you can still walk while going through the surgery.
@justforthesakeofthispurpos12882 жыл бұрын
@@sachemofboston3649 Exactly what I was about to say. Thank you ! Thank you!
@Sora-o2 жыл бұрын
women also tend to have worse outcomes when it comes to this surgery for some reason, it may be because of lower test levels or inproper rehab idk but im happy you went through with it! Im sure it was painful af lmao.
@BanahIsrael2 жыл бұрын
that was in 2011, And u used an external fixatir
@TreeeSon342 жыл бұрын
How does this effect weight lifting long term? I feel like doing squats even after fully recovering would be out of question.
@andreyv1162 жыл бұрын
It would be interesting to see a study on how Wolffs law changes after the operation
@KingCamo902 жыл бұрын
Why would it be out of the question?? By that logic jogging would be out of the question if you broke your leg
@TreeeSon342 жыл бұрын
@@KingCamo90 mate it's a question. I'm only making the assumption because you're not just breaking the bone you're also lengthening it. My logic is by lengthening you could possibly be thinning it. I don't know if this is the case. Jogging and squatting weight are vastly different. Squatting with naturally longer femurs is harder than it is for people with naturally shorter femurs from the get go. I just don't feel like after getting a procedure like this that squatting weights would be a smart move.
@KingCamo902 жыл бұрын
@@TreeeSon34 in the big majority of cases I’ve seen with actual patients the bone has actually become thicker and stronger in the gap as it grows and that’s not just something I’m saying that’s out of the mouths of actual surgeons in the field who actually perform these surgeries and the patients themselves who speak their experience and show X-rays. Check out “cyborg 4 life” channel where he actually interviews top surgeons in the field and the patients and their actual experiences.
@TreeeSon342 жыл бұрын
@@KingCamo90 interesting I'll have to check that out. Is there supplemental information in there like the fitness background of the people?
@kadirabdul95082 жыл бұрын
I saw documentary on aljazeera about limb lengthening. I am totally against it because it involve atleast 5 to 10 percent risk. Most people go this route because our stupid societies bully and make fun of them. We have to realize that God have made us unique with diffrent strength and weakness and we should not point other weakness and make fun of them. We should not allow others to make decision about our bodies and to please those bullies. Just remember, God have made his best creation, human beings and we should stay human and pursue humanity.
@ShadowAraun2 жыл бұрын
Bruh leave god out of this. You shouldnt bring religion into debates about how fucked society is. This isnt avout god, its about genetics and understanding the function of the form you were born with. Tall or short there are advantages and disadvantsges to various heights.
@Iksvomid2 жыл бұрын
God have made his best creation but then again we are made in the image of God which means that we should remake ourselves!
@kadirabdul95082 жыл бұрын
@@ShadowAraun who made the genetic code and who design it. If you think we were created by 1 trillion chances, than I think it's not possible.
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@@kadirabdul9508 Thor did it, obviously.
@jasonjosejames77262 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you giving the world rare wisdom at these times ,very hard to get such information .Thank You
@Kris-cu1vx2 жыл бұрын
being really short isn't necessarily just a cosmetic thing. There's a lot of extra work that goes into modifying everything you do from carrying a step stool with you to getting everything tailored (if you want clothes that fit that is). It's not *just* like insecure dudebros wanting the ladies
@kpackard12 жыл бұрын
Im only 5ft. (Woman) and I don't have a problem with anything. So I need a step stool now amd then. Im not about to break my legs!
@TasX2 жыл бұрын
@@kpackard1 there are pants made for 5 ft women
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
"insecure dudebros" men aren't insecure for wanting female attention. Misandrist lowkey
@ivanmatusic554011 ай бұрын
You are kidding? Being 6f5 i must ask in botique if they have my shoe size at all, times i bumped my head is countless i think it made me stupid. Looking like a twig most my life (and gaining weight isnt easy when you got acne, more sugar you eat more of it shows) makes you anxious and inferior. So being tall is actually harder in average height world.
@kaystephan26102 жыл бұрын
I wonder if at some point they figure out a way to re-enable the growth plates in the body to then treat people that want to get taller with growth hormones. You know like a guy who is 1,60m says he wants to be taller and then a treatment is used (whatever it is) to reactivate the growth plates and then he gets growth hormones until he is 1,80 or 1,85m or so.
@KallusGarnet2 жыл бұрын
Good point
@jonadams55472 жыл бұрын
Good thought process
@cryptojonny68372 жыл бұрын
Maybe one day but who knows if we might still be around for that unless technology advances very quickly. If there was something to make someone taller with no risks I bet many ppl will take it.
@Anish-ub1rt Жыл бұрын
instead work on personality..hit gym ..join fitness program like mui thay .mma....dis is ridiculos .. there r so many short height who is quite famous n even girl r crazy...some of the good looking guy mentioned below Daniel radcliffe - 5'4-5'5 dating Erin drake 5'7-5'8 Seth Green- 5'4 datin Clarie grant 5'7 greatest of all time mma flighweight champion of the world - Mighty mouse Demetrious johnson who stands only 1.60 5'3 n his wife stand 5'6 another best fighter Triple C Henry Ceudo - 5'4 Drake maverick - 5'4 wwe wrestler .. Taiji Ishimori( bulletclub member) -5'4 Pete hertwig ( Australian bodybuilder) -5'3 Lee Priest (goat of his era austrlian bodybuilder) -5'4 Danny Padilla the giant killer american bodybuilder one of the legend stand only 1.57 5'3 John Silver ( wrestler) - 5'4 John linekar 5'3 bantamweight division mma fighter one of the best Jarred Brooks -5'3 currently strawweight champion of the world in one championship Lorenzo Insigne -5'4 italian proffesional football player...he is also one of the best frm his club MLS scott can( Hawai actor) -5'5 list goes on and on.. trust me all these mentioned above are good lookin n success both...
@angelstoyanov8892Ай бұрын
I am 5'7 I am considering the procedure, however I compete in many sports and some at semi-pro level, not sure if it is worth it. But maybe one day I will do the surgery, hopefully new methods will be discovered as this topic conserns a lot of males and this should definitely become more available to people who need it :) But if you are short guy, remember there is Kevin Hart, Peter Dinklage and many other non-famous men who own their heigh ... don't feel sad about it just accept yourself and become the best version of yourself! Be happy no matter what!
@ChrisCapoccia2 жыл бұрын
I think most people are happy they don't have to seriously consider this. All the short people I know are happy enough with their height, that I think the cost, time and difficulty for this cosmetic procedure is not something they're interested in. Definitely a helpful reconstructive procedure. If someone I knew was thinking of spending this kind of money on cosmetic procedures, I definitely would recommend counselling. People come in all kinds of heights. Nothing wrong with being a little shorter. On the other hand, some people do spend serious money on cosmetic procedures. If you have the money and understand the risks/recovery process, I guess have at it
@GoldenBoyDims2 жыл бұрын
@Francis Lindsey 5’6 is still taller than 80% of women
@gj91572 жыл бұрын
@Francis Lindsey No its definitely not average. Average male height in the states is about 5'9. The average dude towers over someone who's 5'5.
@skepo222 жыл бұрын
I will do it
@kpackard12 жыл бұрын
@Frankie Im a 5 ft woman who loves being short. You're tall to me!
@kpackard12 жыл бұрын
@Frankie Who is Tom Holland?
@FISS0072 жыл бұрын
i'm 5'75, male and i'm happy with what nature gave me :). Can't risk to be ungrateful to nature cuz she can always sneak back at ya.
@emmahas2moms572 жыл бұрын
You can only say that urself 5'7 is short
@baam25th312 жыл бұрын
@@emmahas2moms57 not sure what planet you live on that's normal height not going to be called short anywhere. Unless the folks are on average 6 foot tall.
@FISS0072 жыл бұрын
@@emmahas2moms57 Don't care if it's tiny, short, tall or giant. It's my height and i'm happy with it :)
@mixrable12122 жыл бұрын
@@emmahas2moms57 dude you have a problem? Do you want him to be sad?
@Tate5252 жыл бұрын
Lmao same here I'm 5'9 i wouldn't dare risk my life for couple of inches so my ego can feel better.
@omegarugal92832 жыл бұрын
the procedure is painful as hell so whoever undergoes through it voluntarily deserves respect
@merrym3750 Жыл бұрын
it hurts as much as breaking your leg accidentaly
@gj9157 Жыл бұрын
@Merry M Well no because you're knocked out.
@merrym3750 Жыл бұрын
@@gj9157 I mean the recovery process
@gj9157 Жыл бұрын
@Merry M Currently feeling fine after surgery, just a bit of stiffness. For people like me I'd highly recommend it.
@merrym3750 Жыл бұрын
@@gj9157 I struggle with walking for hours without any health issues can't imagine myself after the surgery luckily I don't have the money for it
@jellybelly1112 жыл бұрын
I would never mess with my bones like this 😫
@Hunk_fav2 жыл бұрын
Then dont go to doctors when u have some sickness dont let them mess with your body bruh seriously they are doctors they know what they doin
@macgmol159 Жыл бұрын
@Yash Aesthetics but i have a question What about playing sport so much? There's a problem could happen?
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
weak
@macgmol159 Жыл бұрын
@@markusmath3421 hey weak nice to meet you
@evanrutherfordlazyahole90792 жыл бұрын
You and Zach Murphy make me want to go to school again. Thank you both for being informative about a topic that requires a lot of information density. Cool to see it not turn you into an elitist.
@GrinerB Жыл бұрын
I’m sure he knew but misspoke; the age range on when you finish growing varies greatly. I didn’t reach my final height until 19… and for some it can be as late as 21.
@Cobie00 Жыл бұрын
I’m a little over 5’7 and have always been insecure of my height. I’m where I should be in terms of family genetics. Same height, even a smidge taller, than my two older brothers. In an ideal world, id love to be 6’1 or something. But tbh I’m simply happy that I have full ability of my body
@Cobie00 Жыл бұрын
@@jazazo4956 crazy how much height has an effect on people. Dudes who are 6ft+ have it best lol
@birons370810 ай бұрын
@@Cobie00 Hey dude I'm 6'1" wanting to be 6'7". This height increase will be amazing
@itsbonkerjojo90288 ай бұрын
@@birons3708don't say so 😢😢😢 cauz i dream about your height . Even after surgery i won't get yours
@itsbonkerjojo90288 ай бұрын
@@Cobie00did the person you were responding to deleted their cmt . Also I won't have full ability of my body if I do this surgery 😢😢😢
@Cobie008 ай бұрын
@@itsbonkerjojo9028 yeah they did. I don’t remember what it said, but I think it was about their family bullying them for being short
@WillG675 ай бұрын
As a 6'1" male I can tell you life isnt any better. People ridicule me for other things. Everyone gets ridiculed for one thing or another
@ii-ip9ec2 ай бұрын
Yet your still here
@zoraboymv63922 ай бұрын
Bro I say this with the upmost respect, you have no idea what you're talking about.
@jean-francoiskener60362 ай бұрын
Wrong. Height is not sufficient, but is necessary to unlock certain roles, salaries and women. Facts.
@WillG672 ай бұрын
@@jean-francoiskener6036 So is the right type of personality, who you know, and where you're from.
@zoraboymv6392Ай бұрын
@@WillG67 yes but the fact is for the majority of women/leadership roles u are instantly put in a mental category of being insufficient. Ofcourse you're able to get out of that but you have to move mountains compared to someone who isn't 5'2-5'5. Its a different world my friend.
@joelentrup66582 жыл бұрын
Great video! Really hoping to do this when I can afford it! Another thing that is worth mentioning is that you NEED to make sure that if you’re doing this you are doing it with someone that is credible and has good results with their patients. There are a lot of places throughout the world that offer the surgery for around 20k but can really jack you up. The saying that you get what you pay for really applies here. I’ll just save up the 100k so I have a far less likelihood of developing serious complications. BTW I am 5’9 1/2 (176.5 cm) hoping to get 7cm to be 6’0 1/4 (183.5 cm).
@rustcohle9267 Жыл бұрын
I'm your height twin and I dont see it as a problem. I wish I was taller but thats fine.
@joelentrup6658 Жыл бұрын
@@rustcohle9267 Too each their own, however I used to be one of the tallest. In 8th Grade I was 5'8, pretty tall for a 14 y/o. Me being one of the tallest made me feel very good and kept me through Middle School. Life has been shitty ever since, want to be 6'0.
@rustcohle9267 Жыл бұрын
@@joelentrup6658 Its up to you. I dont feel short at all, just average. The only downside occurs at events where most women are using high heels so yeah. I feel kinda "short" but I dont care.
@joelentrup6658 Жыл бұрын
@@rustcohle9267 Yeah, well for someone of my ethnicity and heritage (English, Irish, & Scandinavian) I am slightly shorter than average, and that does not sit well in me.
@rustcohle9267 Жыл бұрын
@@joelentrup6658 Ok mate. Good luck then. As a italian-brazilian man I feel comfortably average in both countries. If I was born in netherlands or Sweden maybe I would agree with you haha
@narutochan6202 жыл бұрын
200.000$ to break my bones? I think I am good 😅😂
@Iksvomid2 жыл бұрын
And to think that in certain neighbourhoods you'll get your bones broken for free...
@goofytuna60772 жыл бұрын
I'm 5'7, and in college, feels like everyone around me is at least 5'11. Guess I got the short end of the stick. hah
@DolphR2 жыл бұрын
I'm ~5'10 and most people in my country are 6'1. I feel short kinda often it's a joke
@masonrawls64362 жыл бұрын
Same, I’m 19 might take hgh if growth plates aren’t closed 😕
@phantomface92112 жыл бұрын
I've had to go through both of these operations as a kid because my left leg did not grow as much as my right leg. Also my bones were brittle when I was a kid so that might be why it took me over 6 months to recover after surgery usually. Not an ez process to deal with incase anyone wants to try this. I still might need 1 more operation because my legs still aren't even.
@psychology76162 жыл бұрын
Do you experience side effects long-term? For example, do your legs fully recover so you can sprint, squat,..?
@phantomface92112 жыл бұрын
I can do sprints and squats but my left leg is much weaker than my right. My left knee is weak. I am bow legged in my left leg. The scars from this operation are very noticeable.
@phantomface92112 жыл бұрын
@@psychology7616 infact I recommend squats after you recocover. Physical therapy is painful so trying to keep full range of motion in your knee could be a challenge while you have those rods sticking into your bone depending on what part of your leg the operation is done on.
@psychology76162 жыл бұрын
@@phantomface9211 that does make sense, contrary to what many often say. Thanks!
@psychology76162 жыл бұрын
@@phantomface9211 It takes character to go through it. Over time the scars and strength difference will fade away a little, not?
@TheAcadianGuy Жыл бұрын
I'm 6'1 (1.85 m) and consider myself lucky (my dad was 5''11). I'm tall enough. It is already annoying to take flight and to ride a small car, as my knees or head touch the ceiling or the front seat. If you are 5''7+, you are fine. If you are below 5'6 (as a man). I think this surgery might be useful to you.
@jazazo4956 Жыл бұрын
Man 5'6 and 5'7 are basically the same wtf
@rn7763 Жыл бұрын
@@jazazo4956 He said below 5'6 which means 5'5, 5'7 and 5'5 are different...
@ty-xq7bl Жыл бұрын
if only you could be 5'7 for a day you will understand our pain
@justinaccount99203 ай бұрын
@@ty-xq7blstop crying dude I'm 5'5 id do anything to be 5'7 🙄
@justinaccount99203 ай бұрын
Crazy, I just turned 17 I am 5'5 and my dad is 5'11. Ig I am cooked
@kayhawkins59252 жыл бұрын
I has one leg shorter about half inch than the other plus very bowed legs. I wore the spatial frame for about a year. One leg was done for six mos and another six mos for the other. After the first surgery on one leg they had me up on a walker the next day. The first few days were the worst and the tightening of the screws wasn't that bad plus I took pain medication just before the screws were tightened. The only time I used pain meds was tightening of the screws. There were some days I had pain and once I had a bad fall. My legs are now even and straight and has forestalled knee replacement surgery years. It took a few months to get back to exercise and overall not a bad experience. I have no regrets going thru this surgery and I have never had any type surgery before or after. I have a few dents in my legs resembling bullet holes but not very noticeable.
@kayhawkins59252 жыл бұрын
@Trololol Trololol not much of a difference..having one leg shorter than the other and very bowed legs made fun of throughout my younger years. Short men have it very difficult ...getting that job or getting that girl any girl for that matter as most girls state they prefer someone over 6' so I understand why men want to be taller and if they want to go thru this procedure I see nothing wrong with that. As research data suggests taller men more likely to have better jobs and being promoted than short men. Live the life you want to live and don't care what others think and if that is someone's desire is to be taller ...go for it
@kayhawkins59252 жыл бұрын
@Trololol Trololol I didn't care about height. My husband 5'6" and the average height for men 5'8" these ladies that want tall dudes missing out on some really good men
@psychology76162 жыл бұрын
Did you fully recover? Can you walk/run/squat/dance the same as before? Did you experience any other side effects (long term especially?) and what risks are associated with it (I assume they had to inform you about the risks that came with it…) Thanks!!
@psychology76162 жыл бұрын
How long ago did you undergo this surgery?
@kayhawkins59252 жыл бұрын
@@psychology7616 I can do everything that I used to do...squat, dance, run no I didn't have any side effects as far as I know. It was a three hour drive to the doctor and due to the distance communication could had been better. This was about eight years ago.I have occasional pain in my knee and hip but with exercise the stiffness goes away. The Taylor Spatial Frame is what was used to straighten and grow my legs. You can Google about the frame and doctors in your area. I think the surgery has to be medically necessary for insurance to pay as I had knee pain. Probably half the cost in Mexico or Canda. Eight years ago $40,000 per leg covered by insurance.
@MegaPoliyo2 жыл бұрын
If there was a pill I could take to take me from 6 to 6'3 for me personally I'd pay up to 50k for it. Women get Botox breasts lip lifts tummy tucks etc etc etc but the number one physical feature men are rated on without a shadow of a doubt is height. Taller men make more money are able to attract more preferable partners etc. The return on the investment for me personally would easily be worth it. The issue I have is the risk of surgery and the down time and lack of guaranteed success.
@TasX2 жыл бұрын
Dang 6 ft. So many people already wish they could even be a few inches shorter. But yeah it’s always understandable to want to be taller, unless you’re like 8ft lol
@-Ice_Cold-10 ай бұрын
No, taller men don't make more money. Height is overrated thing (that comes from a tall man)
@-Ice_Cold-10 ай бұрын
@@TasX 6ft is average. But even very tall people want to be taller
@TasX9 ай бұрын
@@-Ice_Cold- bruh no way 6 ft is average
@ALEX-fq7hh28 күн бұрын
@@-Ice_Cold-Average in the Netherlands maybe
@trinitihicks75454 ай бұрын
Dr. Webb, 6ft4 is NBA Height. You don’t need limb lengthening surgery . 🙂
@antoniowebbmd4 ай бұрын
Im trying to be 6’9! 😂
@DatZK2 жыл бұрын
Anyone else having South Park flashbacks when Kyle wants to join the basketball team? LOL
@Soriyou32 жыл бұрын
A current M3 here. This is actually pretty popular in Asia. It has been at least a decade since this procedure has been popular in Korea. Koreans care a lot about height and some people who are not satisfied with their heights go through this procedure. The risk of this procedure is quite high and some people even become wheelchair-bound. I am fortunate to be 6' 0", but I can see why some people might be interested in this.
@Karim-ik5ij2 жыл бұрын
Thanks M3, now back to holding the retractor
@Soriyou32 жыл бұрын
@@Karim-ik5ij My arms are going to be buffed by the time I am done with surgery rotation
@Karim-ik5ij2 жыл бұрын
@@Soriyou3 It will be over sooner than you know. Keep grinding :)
@GoldenBoyDims2 жыл бұрын
Koreans care a lot about their looks that’s why they are the world leader in plastic surgery and not just plastic surgery but skin bleaching is popular in Korea as well I was shocked to find out cause Koreans are already fair in complexion why bleach
@KT-wr2ow Жыл бұрын
Wheelchair-bound? Seriously? Do you have any examples of this?
@tails3002 жыл бұрын
So how does this affect the structural integrity of you bones having this procedure done. Seems like you could have severely weakened bones as you grow old.
@danieldevito6380 Жыл бұрын
Seeing videos like this make me even more grateful for being born 6' 2".
@williamcarter16652 ай бұрын
I'm about 5'11 and wish I could have this done. The cost is very high though, but it also looks to be painful and a long recovery process. I don't know, having grown up in Turkey I never felt like I was judged for my height. The fixation around height in men appears to be primarily a western phenomenon, primarily more American and British. I'm not sure why this is, but, there are nations where height doesn't determine your worth as a man.
@emilegriffith14732 жыл бұрын
Home threw in the 6 4 flex. Lol
@sebb12412 жыл бұрын
Can I do this surgery on my third leg?
@antoniowebbmd2 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@MrBajwa00715 күн бұрын
I am a short guy with hight 164 . I don’t have a money to pay for that surgery but yes it’s worth to get that surgery . Some people with tall hight they can’t understand what short hight people go through every day in their life . Sitting on high seat and judging people
@AKIRA__2 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I'll just accept my 172 centimeters with grace ... (and shame, but mostly grace)
@gangster8540 Жыл бұрын
I’m 182.5cm and I would want to be around 190cm so Yh I’d be cool with this surgery and see how life is like at 6ft3
@KebabEater2 жыл бұрын
No thanks, I had a hip replacement which led to a blood clot and pulmonary embolism assuming same thing can happen with this.
@marmar3214 Жыл бұрын
I am whiting for scientists to find a way to reactivate the growth plates
@faheemali93992 жыл бұрын
I would rather live 10 years tall than living 50years short, i'm 18 and 169cm
@FurkanSavas2 жыл бұрын
Feel you bro, I am 25 same height and it only get worse mentally.
@mrwoody14132 жыл бұрын
I’m SHORT! 25 yr old male and 5’5” but even if I was filthy rich I would never do this. Yeah being short sucks but it is what it is… I learned to accept it over time.
@Joe-dz2fl2 жыл бұрын
Why not though?
@mrwoody14132 жыл бұрын
@@Joe-dz2fl because… it seems extremely painful, EXPENSIVE, and dangerous.. I’m fine being short.. I’m not going through all that pain and spending that much money and Risking serious infection and possibly amputation for 2-3 inches..
@Joe-dz2fl2 жыл бұрын
@@mrwoody1413 I understand man, but the success rate is 95%, the technology improved a lot in the last 15 years.
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
@@mrwoody1413 It's not dangerous lol unless you try to get it cheap from some shady people
@thealligator19922 жыл бұрын
it's not unheard-of in some countries in Asia. The patients are mostly men in 1m50 (5') range. I'm a 5' woman and I can understand their reason
@melroze2 жыл бұрын
So when a loan shark threatens to break my legs for non-payment I should take it as a plus.
@f50track2 Жыл бұрын
Doc your 6’4. The thought from your perspective of doing this would be to go to the NBA. But most people doing this are actually short and just want to be able to get a date or not passed over in the workforce.
@jeffreywelch93602 жыл бұрын
Jack Hanma was here.
@g.d24502 жыл бұрын
I'm 5'10" but my body proportions are off as I've quite short legs (30") and a longer torso. would definitely consider it if i could afford it to... had to laugh though as asked a girl out that was 5'2" and got rejected with her saying she would only date a guy over 6ft..... even with 6" heels on she would still be looking up to me
@MrRock-pc2jz5 ай бұрын
Seriously 5 10 more than sufficient
@FacundoMD2 жыл бұрын
HEY ! GREAT VIDEO AS ALWAYS ! HOPE ALL IS WELL !
@blueclouds55092 жыл бұрын
Even if you're short this surgery IS NEVER WORTH IT. please please whoever is considering this unless for medical reasons DO NOT go for this surgery
@blueclouds5509 Жыл бұрын
@jayo.6232 I think it’s very expensive and costly for something that is superficial. There will be someone out there who will love u regardless of your height. Also think about the amount of medication you will be on and the side effects are expensive and unnecessary. You’re at risk for bone infection and nerve injury. The statistics is poor too, success rate is only 4/10 when it is very costly. Unless you have a medical reason for gg for it such that the benefits outweighs the risk of not being able to walk anymore I would suggest you to not go for it. Wait for 2 years or so and think if this is really what you want.
@rgzesdbjkhger2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for talking about this I been wondering 😂
@don_lifts2 жыл бұрын
Jack Hanma is based on a true story ... hmm 😂
@arravYT9 ай бұрын
Antonio J. Webb, i know you're joking but if you got this and went to the nba wouldnt your athleticism have deteriorated from the surgery?
@MayorSom Жыл бұрын
You're living the dream Doc! ✅6'4 ✅Spine Surgeon ⛔San Antonio, Texas (Yikes!)
@antoniowebbmd Жыл бұрын
San Antonio is a great place to practice medicine
@IhaveaBIGBLACKSWORD9 ай бұрын
And fairly handsome tooo
@draco2xx2 жыл бұрын
im just a couple inches from being 6ft, surgery doesnt seems like a bad idea
@franny52952 жыл бұрын
I'm 5'2". I can get that extra 0.5in if I stretch and lie a little bit. I'm proportionally short. Even if my legs were lengthened I'd look funny because my torso is just short. I'm gonna have to content myself to ask prefect strangers to grab things. To date, nobody has minded. I'm grateful I've not needed anything like this because it sounds horrible. Bone pain itself is horrible.
@zhuliner2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm a male, same height as you. How about that?
@HNICB1GM1K32 жыл бұрын
Liangelo ball had this same surgery to get tall and now he is in the nba. Worth a try if u thing u were always to short
@AirConditioned Жыл бұрын
It would be nice to see over the crowd.
@The_Kirk_Lazarus2 жыл бұрын
You'd still have to lengthen the arms to balance out the lengthening of the legs.
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
no, I mean as long as you're not doing like 6 inch increase or something. Many people have naturally long leg to torso ratio, I've seen it many times at my college campus. It's not necessarily a bad thing, just don't overdo it I guess.
@Frederic-1042 жыл бұрын
I'm 5' 8" and would do this to reach 6' both of my parents were 6' and 6' 2" yet me and my sister were 5' 8" and 5' 2" respectively. Litterally the shortest in our family even our grandmother who has shurken over time is still taller than us.
@rularofclash17372 жыл бұрын
Dude 5’8 is still pretty good u sure u wanna do that
@GoldenBoyDims2 жыл бұрын
lol wtf yall were unlucky af how does that even happen maybe your parents are genetic outliers and your family tree is actually filled with short people cause my mom is 5'8 and my dad is 6'1 and I ended up 6'2
@wiggy52092 жыл бұрын
How sad is it that men would consider this instead of being comfortable with their body ....says something about society that it only focuses on womens' body issues .....
@samuelpaz32182 жыл бұрын
Good genetics for what
@Tate5252 жыл бұрын
Dude how old are you??? If you are below 25, Your family might have late growth spurt considering you mentioned every elderly person is taller than you
@--novus-ordo-secrolum-un--8820 Жыл бұрын
I am 182 and habe no Problem Witz my shortness
@jrwitherite122 жыл бұрын
My left femur is shorter than my right. This would fix a few things for me but otherwise not worth it. I’m 5’8” on my right leg but just over 5’7” standing on both because discrepancy. Mom has it too, I don’t need the lifts she used for correction.
@aych1312 жыл бұрын
Depends on if I retain ALL strength and functionality after the surgery completely heals and if I could do it to my arms as well. I don't want disproportionately long legs and tiny T Rex arms 💀
@sanu73252 жыл бұрын
You legs and hands are not necessarily the one perfect ratio you could have long hands short legs vise versa plus half a foot won't even be noticeable
@MylesKillis2 жыл бұрын
@@sanu7325 yup I have a 6”1 wingspan and I’m 5”7
@RhondaElle2 жыл бұрын
I have a sister who is a dwarf. No growth hormone. She’s normal in every way except height. She’s 4’2”. We’re both older now and it would be silly at this stage in her life. But I wonder if this were available in her teenage years if she would choose the surgery. It might mean the difference between having all her clothing altered, having blocks taped to her car gas pedals and sitting on pillows to drive….and buying anything without alterations. At a normal height, it’s amazing what we take for granted like shopping for groceries and seeing and reaching almost everything! She hated grocery shopping for that reason. Now she orders online and lets the staff shop for her. This simple service is huge for her!
@PHlophe2 жыл бұрын
rhonda not sure what you mean by older but if you are in your 50s. this was already available 50 years ago. but i hear you on all the things we all take for granted that little have to work hard to touch . i feel, as society we kind of failed them because most of architecture isn't little people friendly AT ALL. My uncle told me how certain designs are not women friendly ( i am unsure of the english terms but in germany its *Frauenfeindlich* ) and its when he took me to a site that i understood how buildings with only on exit make it impossible for women to escape their abusers .
@RhondaElle2 жыл бұрын
@@PHlophe She just turned 60. She had little or no growth hormone and was thought to be premature at birth. But my mother said she was full term. My Mother said at that time giving growth hormone was experimental and she was afraid my sister would be a GIANT and grow unusually TALL. She felt that at that time being petite and small would be better than a giant. I guess that was the sexist thought process at the time. Women were only supposed to find husbands to take care of them. My sister also has difficult veins ( they roll) and she's hard to draw blood from. My mother said as a baby, she would be screaming as they tried to draw blood from her repeatedly and kept missing veins. She would feel like they were torturing her and would stop the procedure. It wasn't until she was in high school, I think that she had her first successful blood draw and they took it from her finger. It showed NO growth hormone and no thyroid hormone. They started her on thyroid hormone and she did grow a little. But her final height to this day is 4 feet 2 inches. She wears children's size shoes.
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
@@PHlophe this surgery has got a ton of innovations and improvements in recent years. I'm 22 male at 5'8 and I'm probably gonna save up for this by my late 20's
@-Ice_Cold-10 ай бұрын
@@RhondaElle She probably don't know what ''giant'' means. With high dosages of growth hormone, given her height, she could be average woman, but no more
@AutomaticSnakeАй бұрын
Definitely they not becoming a football player after this. Lol
@winnieatshunny2 жыл бұрын
will it affect the capacity of the person to bear weight? like for example, can they squat or deadlift without issues?
@puceloVA2 жыл бұрын
If the procedure is well done, the bone recovers well.
@OG_ALviK2 жыл бұрын
From what i know, the bone gets even tougher on the "grown" points. So in theory your bones would become marginally stronger. But still, you will need time to allow your body to regrow at full capacity. Especially for the muscles tendins etc.
@alonzobrandon37032 жыл бұрын
Yes, I would consider the surgery. I'm about 5'6, l had several female friends that I was intimidated by them because of there height.
@CalStephano2 жыл бұрын
In all due respect, I don’t think you are an extreme, meaning you probably shouldn’t get the surgery for social reasons unless you are absolutely rolling in money and in a place of life where it wouldn’t be disruptive to get it. You are in male range of height and still above female average so you are still taller than approximately half of women.
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
@@CalStephano Wrong. 5'6 is not a desirable height to the vast majority of women shorter than 5'6. Alonzo if you can afford it, definitely do it. Do the proper research first, "Cyborg 4 life" is a good channel
@CalStephano Жыл бұрын
@@markusmath3421 I am all for body autonomy. If he wants it, can afford it comfortably, does his research, and is okay with his life being put on hold for it for a while, then it is totally fair to go for it. Whether the investment is worth the financial, time, and emotional cost is up to him. Never said anything about that height being desirable to women, but it is simple fact that 5'6 isn't statistically extreme (more than 10% of men are shorter than that). It may be relatively uncommon but it isn't unusual to be 5'6. I personally think that because it isn't an extreme, that great amount of time and money can be spent elsewhere, like improving himself in hobbies, going out to grow socially, etc., but it is up to him in the end.
@justinaccount99203 ай бұрын
Are you srsly intimidated by women? I'm 5'5 ik I can easily take down any women tf?
@jasonwong71402 жыл бұрын
This guy going to create the real life jack hanma
@Fooshis016 ай бұрын
Im a 5'8 dude and I've been having trouble with my size for the past 20 years.Im not insecure about it no im just self conscious about it. Its something that has always bothered me not only that i would watch videos of short dudes getting ridiculed for something they can't control. That did it for me, im 22 years old im approaching my early to late 20s. Plus i don't wanna live the rest of my 20s 5'8 miserable and lonely YOLO.
@TheOldBeef5 ай бұрын
so you're going to become a short person on stilts with weakened bones instead?
@ablacksquare2 жыл бұрын
My recommendations put a limb lengthening video of a woman who had a dwarfism diagnosis. It’s fascinating for those who seek out this. As a physician when is the line drawn for what’s is considered cosmetic and what isn’t cosmetic?
@teak54762 жыл бұрын
If money is going on the pockets of those performing for cosmetic reasons, no line
@robertramosjr8497 Жыл бұрын
Bitcoin is the answer to afford this kind of thing. If I gained 500k in 2025 I will not hesitate to get taller im 5'7 but I want to be 5'11. I don't care if I die I just want to be taller
@juans9515 Жыл бұрын
Unless you got to be 6+ with it (I don't think you should aim for that, pretty unsafe for your height) , height doesn't matter like you think. Height only matters in attractiveness if the height is attractive, if not then it's average and doesn't help your attractiveness like you think. Sure it can give you a boost, but not a day and night difference. Think abt what makes a model a model, it's not only height but also, face, wealth, social skills... Sure you might not be exceeding in height, but understand that you're going to do all of that for slightly above avg height... Not sure if you're planning to get all the girls you can with the height difference, but if you are looking for only 1 soul then it's not worth trust me
@NJs_meow_meowАй бұрын
maybe as a woman i can’t complain about the bullying of short people. the worst insult that has been hauled at me is that im worse than a rat and don’t deserve to live. i was 13 and around 4’8 at the time. i got very angry and the people around me said that *i*. never got an apology. never heard a “sorry you had to hear that”. bullying of short people is so normalised it’s weird. i’m 22 and 5’0. i have no issue about my height apart from the fact that i need a stool when cooking. other than that it’s nothing special. however strangers point out my height in a bad way and it sucks. on the other hand, as a woman, i certainly have it easier compared to men sorry to the short men who get bullied for their height. i’m sorry society convinced men that they needed to break their bones and insert one inside and onto the bone. let’s face it. for some the surgery doesn’t work and the patient is never able to walk normal again women have BBLs and facial surgeries. men have leg lengthening surgery. where is humanity going 😢
@Josh_Exitcamper2 жыл бұрын
I 1st saw this procedure in the movie Gattaca.
@sepomushaukwa90062 жыл бұрын
I am women 5ft tall and would definitely want to get this surgery.Its hard trying to be confident when people always make jokes and try to bring you Down because of your height😭💔
@909montana52 жыл бұрын
Your a woman 5’0 is the perfect height
@ALEX-fq7hh28 күн бұрын
Think about this: If you were a man you'd have to get the rope already lol
@thegardener36502 жыл бұрын
Thank you doctor! Very interesting!:)
@annmcnitt8749 Жыл бұрын
I had a femoral Ilizarov to add 1.5" after an open (compound) comminuted fracture in a car accident. The Ilizarov was an amazing process, but it was grueling, and I'd never recommend it as a cosmetic procedure. Mine was a total of seven surgeries for the Ilizarov, and included pin infections. I'm a former orthopedic nurse.
@WatchOut628 Жыл бұрын
My Friend has botched up LL in Turkey I would like to gain exposure of my channel so people's lives could be saved I am not against the surgery but only against opting cheaper clinic in third world countries. My friend can't walk after the surgery
@MarceloSilva-oq8mk Жыл бұрын
The Illizarov isn't used anymore.
@annmcnitt8749 Жыл бұрын
Variations of it are still extensively used. It's an external fixation device with a screw to lengthen bones; it's in very common use.
@chuckmaxon37272 жыл бұрын
Gaining 5 inches would fix my BMI, losing 30 ponds would do the same. I am content with being 5'7".
@spankthatmonkey22 жыл бұрын
I’m not bro I’m getting the procedure done
@TheStar19702 жыл бұрын
All of that scarring! Just for a few inches. I guess I’d have to be in that patient’s shoes in order to understand the willingness to undergo such a procedure.
@ceriusgeek27492 жыл бұрын
Well, just think about all of the men you rejected because they were too short.
@s.calamity55452 жыл бұрын
@@ceriusgeek2749 victim.
@sergiomacias23032 жыл бұрын
@@ceriusgeek2749 you got her there lol
@puceloVA2 жыл бұрын
There are a lot of people (including me) who don't like their statures. This surgery works well and give us a hope, the problem is that it is too expensive, but maybe It could get cheaper in the future.
@jertdw36462 жыл бұрын
@@s.calamity5545 there's a guy from a podcast I listened to that did the leg lengthening surgery and now has more success with women. He literally did nothing else except get taller. I don't know if you are male but stop putting other males down for doing what they feel they have to do, it's disgusting. It's not neccesarily victim mentality, some women do procedures to themselves to look better and it works, men should be able to do the same thing. It's their choice and their life. Let people be. By the way, if you're one of those creepy self improvement "just lift bro" people, and your retort is that I'm a victim mindset person, I work out, and on my way to getting my second engineering degree. So I know what hardwork is. I'm not a victim. I simply don't shit on people for doing what they feel they have to do, and that includes improving themselves by "artificial" means. Oh yeah also, no one gives a shit about your anecdotes__" oh I know this one eyed 4 foot guy who slays pussy". We both know that generally women care about height. So just stop with that.
@nocturnalsky97332 жыл бұрын
I would fucking do this surgery if I had the money for sure. I'll gladly accept the risk, pain, financial loss, therapy, time loss, to grow 3-5 inches. I would do it in a heartbeat
@simonjbrand2 жыл бұрын
Mate - I honestly suspect you are overestimating the importance of it
@abc4781 Жыл бұрын
Bro you gotta love yourself man, this surgery won't make you feel any better about yourself, when you roke and in pain.
@juans9515 Жыл бұрын
Unless you were 5'9 (why would you get it at 5'9, 5'9 is avg) and got to be 6+, height doesn't matter like you think. Height only matters in attractiveness if the height is attractive, if not then it's average and doesn't help your attractiveness like you think. Sure it can give you a boost, but not a day and night difference.
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
@@abc4781 everyone who's actually done it felt much better about themselves actually
@MarceloSilva-oq8mk Жыл бұрын
@@juans9515it's not just to be attractive, it's just to not be treated like trash about something you can't control. I am male, 22yo and people treat me like a kid because of my height. I could live alone all my life being tall but being respected and would be the happiest man alive.
@trishbroncheau3454 Жыл бұрын
What are the long term side effects of this surgery? ... I'm not convinced that the benefits will outweigh the detrimental issues that will inevitably follow this cosmetic surgery. If this was a medical necessity where one leg was shorter than the other, I could understand the lengthening of the shorter limb. From the articles I've read, it appears that men are more likely to have their limbs lengthened than females. This leaves me with several unanswered questions, namely WHY being the top of that list. Obviously this is not a surgery that is going to allow someone to potentially be off work for 6 weeks and then return to duty as normal. Then you have the cost involved, not only from the surgery itself but from the lost time off work as well. Seems to me that any potential candidate for this procedure should have a couple hundred thousand in their savings account before embarking on this adventure. And hats off to those that's willing to try this experiment best of luck in the future but my personal opinion I would rather stay gravity impaired than to be broke and in pain.
@filaybull41382 жыл бұрын
I don’t understand how people would get this then just continue on… like the first month you prolly gotta use up all your vacation time just to recover and be able to walk even. Then even getting to work is probably excruciating. How do people go about this is insane to me. You’re literally walking with shattered legs.
@SKCCP Жыл бұрын
I am 51 yo and 5’7” tall. I have short legs. I have to make 4-5 steps while taller guys make 3 steps. I have 2 sons. Older one is about 6’, and the younger lazy one is taller than his brother. I had both joined swim teams in their middle school and high school years. I fed them with a lot of eggs every day. The older one used to go to sleep by 8 pm to get up at 4 am. The younger one did not care about school and other things; he slept a lot. In short, right amount of exercise, food and sleep between 8pm and 6am help with growth.
@markusmath3421 Жыл бұрын
how tall is the mom? And how about other members in the family?