Signs of cessation of bone growth

Dec 22, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

We usually measure our child's height regularly, but over the past six months, we've noticed no growth at all. My husband said it might be because the bones have stopped growing. I'd like to know what signs would indicate that this has happened.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Bones停止生长的表现主要包括以下几个方面:1.身高增长停滞:儿童进入青春期后,如果身高增长明显减缓或停滞不前,可能是Bones停止生长的一个明显信号。2.骨骺线闭合:骨骺线是Bones生长的重要区域,当骨骺线闭合时,表示Bones已经停止生长。这是判断Bones是否停止生长的金标准。3.生长痛消失:在身体发育的高峰期,部分儿童会出现生长痛。当这种疼痛逐渐消失时,可能意味着Bones生长已经减缓或停止。4.身材变化:随着Bones停止生长,儿童的身体比例和形态也会发生变化,如Muscles逐渐丰满,体重增加等。如有疑虑,Recommendation及时就医Examination。