Question
My child is much shorter than his peers. He is now 16 years old and only 150 cm tall. He is very active, often playing basketball, but he just doesn’t seem to grow taller. For the past two years, it seems like there has been no increase in height at all. The child is relatively thin but doesn’t have any discomfort. We are now preparing to give him height-enhancing medicine. I want to know what kind of help there is: what to do if he doesn’t grow taller? Is taking height-enhancing medicine effective?
Answer
If you want to grow taller, it’s best to start with physical activity, as this has the most significant effect. Generally, it’s recommended that you first undergo a detailed check-up of the epiphyseal closure situation. If it hasn’t fully fused, there’s still a possibility of growing taller. It’s best to engage in more activities like playing basketball, long jump, and rope skipping on a daily basis.