Is It Possible To Grow Taller After Puberty?

Many people would like to know whether its possible to grow taller even after puberty.

It is definitely possible. There have been many instances where people in their 20s and 30s have gained 2 to 3 inches in height.

The potential to grow 2-4 inches taller is present in every person. There are parts of the body such as the spinal discs that are never fused after puberty and can be safely stretched and expanded by regular exercise.

The Spinal column in your upper body contributes significantly to your height because it accounts for 35% of your total height. Your spinal column consists of 33 separate bone segments known as vertebrae held together by ligaments (tough and fibrous tissue).Out of these 33 vertebrae, only the lowest 9 are fused into two immovable bones. All of the other 24 vertebrae are permanently movable and can NEVER be fused.

One important component of the spine is the cartilaginous pads called intervertebral discs.

The intervertebral discs are pads of soft issues present between each of the 33 vertebrae. Their main function is to act as shock absorbers and provide separation between each vertebra.

Your total discs account for one-quarter the length of your vertebral column i.e. 4.5 to 6 inches for most people. So the thicker those discs, the taller you become.

You can increase your height by expanding the discs and lengthening your spine. This is possible through regular stretching and inversion. The discs may lose their elasticity and become rigid without regular exercise which in turn will cause height loss.