Question
A 12-year-old girl stands at 150 centimeters and weighs 35 kilograms, showing no signs of development. How can one determine if there is still a possibility of growth?
Answer
Hello, the growth spurt generally occurs during puberty, and some may show it within a year. Height growth is related to genetics and individual differences. You can take an X-ray of the knee joint now to determine if there is still a possibility of growth. If the growth plate has already closed, the height may not increase anymore; otherwise, methods such as calcium supplementation or jumping exercises can be adopted to promote growth.