Can a female student in her final year of high school still grow taller?
Sep 20, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Jian
Introduction
Generally, female students in their senior year of high school can still grow taller, unless their growth plates have already closed. If X-ray imaging of the wrist or knee joints shows that the growth plates are still open, it usually indicates potential for further height growth. In most cases, the growth plates of female high school seniors have not yet fully closed, and growth and development can be promoted through improved nutrition and moderate exercise.
Generally, female students in their senior year of high school may still grow taller, but if the epiphyseal growth plates have already closed, further height increase is no longer possible. The details are as follows:
To determine whether a girl can still grow taller during high school, an X-ray of the wrist or knee joint can be used to assess the status of the epiphyseal plates and bone age. If the X-ray shows that the epiphyseal plates have not yet closed, this usually indicates potential for further growth. In most cases, the epiphyseal plates of female senior high school students have not fully closed, and growth can be promoted through improved nutrition and moderate physical activity.
However, it should be noted that if the epiphyseal plates of a senior-year female student have already closed, this typically means that growth has essentially stopped, making natural height increase very unlikely.
It is recommended to maintain a balanced diet, consume more foods rich in protein, calcium, and other essential nutrients, ensure adequate sleep, and engage in appropriate exercise, all of which may support height growth.
