Introduction, 169cm, 29 years old, Seeking 8-10cm limb lengthening, would apprec

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    • 1 year, 9 months ago
    relievedCow3
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    Hello everyone,

    I’m extremely new to this platform, and I appreciate what I have encountered here. While there has been some negativity, I have also acquired knowledge that no therapist would have shared with me (“You weren’t actually annoying or unbearable during your formative years, you were just short!”). I could elaborate further, but the bottom line is thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Much love to all of you. A tremendous burden has been lifted off my shoulders.

    Now, onto background information and recommendations:

    Limb lengthening (LL) Procedure:

    Height: 169 cm / 5’6.5
    Age: 29
    Race: White
    Weight: 89kg / 190lb (not overweight, just possess a fairly muscular physique—background in strength disciplines)
    Goal: Increase to 177-179 cm / 5’9.7 – 5’10.5
    Financial Status: Stable professional career (years of hard work compensating for height paid off! lol), hence able to afford top-notch procedures.
    Schedule: Undergo surgery in 1-1.5 years.
    Proportions: 32 waist, 30 (possibly 31?) inseam. Average wingspan, fingertips reach exact mid-thigh. Uncertain about tibia versus femur.
    Procedure Under Consideration: Dr. Pailey’s quad option (with a 3-week interval between tibia and femur)

    I am contemplating opting for the quad option with Dr. Pailey to achieve a minimum of 8 cm increase. I am willing to compromise on my athletic abilities and explosiveness. However, I am apprehensive about committing entirely to an 8cm increase in the Femur due to my love for weightlifting, fearing that an excessively lengthened femur might lead to soft tissue damage in the future. Just to clarify, my interest in weightlifting is more about bodybuilding/physique rather than pure power/strength. I am not aiming for a professional career, just derive great pleasure from looking aesthetically pleasing. It would be devastating if I were unable to perform exercises like squats or lunges ever again and was stuck with weak legs.

    Regarding my current physical condition, my flexibility is somewhat limited. I rarely engage in stretching, yet I am still able to touch my toes. Therefore, I believe that with a year of dedicated stretching preparation, I could attain the required flexibility for the procedure.

    What are your opinions?

    Thank you immensely!

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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      unhappyMeerkat9
      Participant
      If you’re aiming for a lengthening of 8cm, it’s advisable to focus solely on extending 8cm on the femurs. Quadrilateral surgery is typically recommended for individuals looking to achieve a total lengthening of 10-14 cm.

      For what it’s worth, there was one patient undergoing limb lengthening who underwent an 11cm elongation on the femurs and appeared significantly muscular post-recovery, resembling a professional bodybuilder. Therefore, it can be assumed that you will likely retain the ability to engage in weightlifting activities following the procedure.

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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      amazedCockatoo8
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      8 cm would be the absolute bare minimum. Ideally, I would achieve 10cm if possible, which is what Pailey’s quad (not re-breaking) option aims for, I believe.

      11 cm on femurs? That’s crazy! I thought 8cm for femurs was the “safe” maximum?

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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      resolvedMandrill
      Participant
      Doing over 8 cm during limb lengthening poses a risk to your long-term well-being for a minimal, imperceptible benefit, which only foolish surgeons permit and foolish patients desire…
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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      brainyCod9
      Participant
      DanishViking, are you referring to surpassing 8cm on femur or surpassing 8 cm in total?

      As I have been informed, many individuals struggle to exceed 6cm on femur currently…

      Edit: typo. “beyond cm” -> “beyond 8 cm”

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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      dearCake
      Participant
      Exceeding 8cm on femurs alone is dangerous. I did not reference the patient who achieved 11cm on femurs to encourage you to replicate that. I mentioned it solely as an instance of an individual who underwent a significant lengthening on femurs and appears to be capable of performing weightlifting/squats without any problems. Adhering to the safe threshold of 8cm will ensure your safety.
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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      affectedSausage8
      Participant
      For my part, I am torn between 4.5 and 7 centimeters. This will result in either 6’1 (an optimal height) or 6’2, a significant and convenient stature for future generations. Nonetheless, the proportions and fear of compromising my athletic skills urge me to opt for 4.5 centimeters in limb lengthening.
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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      chicSyrup
      Participant
      I would be willing to sacrifice goats to the ancient gods just to become 5’11, as that height is my ideal dream height, lol.
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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      ferventLemur8
      Participant
      but yeah to me there is no difference between 6’1 and 6’2. Someone who is 6’1 is already in the tall club in my book. So i say go with 6’1.
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      • 1 year, 9 months ago
      thrilledSyrup6
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      You should refrain from squatting more than your body weight post femur lengthening as far as I know.
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