Diary - January 2019 - In Full Stryde with Dr. Mahboubian of North Hollywood.

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Quote from: BeYourBest on March 30, 2019, 12:11:57 AMHey IFS,

Congratulations! You’ve done so well and it’s great that your body is allowing you to go even further.

I wish you the best of luck for the rest of the lengthening phase. I have no doubts that you will be able to reach your new goal.

Did Dr. M mention anything about how this additional length can impact you physically with years to come? As in would you feel more athletic if you had stopped here? 

I’m sure that you would but I’m just curious to know what Dr. M had to say about post LL life years from now, in particular with comparisons with 6cm of lengthening compared to 7+ .

Anyway, keep strong my friend.

All the best

Hi buddy! Dr. M is confident that you can return to your full abilities as long as you work hard to regain your flexibility and train like a pro.   There is no doubt that the CLL process will take a slice out of your flexibility and strength during those initial months post surgery; but the 8cm nail limit was specifically designed because it is indeed the accepted limit for the muscle.  If you work hard before, during, and after CLL...one can return to their athletic abilities.  (Just don't exceed 8cm)

As far as long term results... I have found nothing on the internet or have heard from the US CLL doctors that their are any negative long term affects of CLL so long that you remain within 5cm for Tibias and 8cm for Femurs.  I would say however; as a man that is actually going through CLL that it would be wise to continue your rehab post CLL for an extended period of time...meaning years.   Stretching and leg strengthening needs and should be apart of your regular exercise routine going forward.

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Hey InFullStryde. Im really happy to hear that your LL jouney is finally coming to an end and you have achieved all the results youve been hoping for. Would it be possible if i could private message you to know more about your entire procedure. Im new on this forum and want to know a few things before i make my decision of undergoing the surgery.

Thanks

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Quote from: kanye007 on March 30, 2019, 03:53:19 AMHey InFullStryde. Im really happy to hear that your LL jouney is finally coming to an end and you have achieved all the results youve been hoping for. Would it be possible if i could private message you to know more about your entire procedure. Im new on this forum and want to know a few things before i make my decision of undergoing the surgery.

Thanks

Hi Kanye,

I'm glad to assist.  PM me any time with questions and I'll do my best to answer.

Talk soon,

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Quote from: InFullStryde on March 29, 2019, 11:50:43 PM

Dr. Mahboubian came in and we started the evaluation. He had me demonstrate several flexibility tests  and he was just fine with my current flexibility. He noted that I had lengthened 6.7cm and this confirmed my measurement as well.  Today was a great day for me physically.  My legs were straightening very well and my duck ass wasn't too bad at all. My walking and PT is paying off. I was able to stand up fairly erect which is excellent to see.  The doctor also had me to demonstrate my current walking (no crutches) and although its stiff as is to be expected, the steps looked really good and I was even able to high knee march.  Needless to say, my sister who was there with me and Dr. M were very pleased with what they saw.  "You're doing great!" he says and encouraged me that based on my current physical condition that I should push for 7.5cm, at least. This will give me a maximum return on this investment.  He undoubtedly felt that I can achieve this amount with little trouble.  With all of this in mind, I agreed, that to reach the 3" milestone would be the ultimate in my experience and al though I am very happy with my current gain; the truth is that being over 5'4" with this 3rd inch achieved would truly be life changing from my perspective.

Congratulations. I hope you will be fine with 7.5cm or more.

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Hi IFS

Congrats on your great progress!!  I am very happy for you!  Yes, solid 3 inches is a huge achievement.  You will see a big difference after that.  Keep up the good work!!

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Congratulations

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Quote from: InFullStryde on March 29, 2019, 03:08:02 AMThanks Hex! I think that for me, 8cm would be about 5'4.35"...but even that would be amazing.  It will all depend on if my body can tolerate it.  Tomorrow will be a big day as myself and Dr. M talk about where I stand and where I should go.  Thank you again for the support, man!



Oh, great progress.
I am safety and my workmate is 1.63m 5'4.3 in height.
 
And I kicked his height as 5'6 when I was talking to him, but he said he was 5'4.3 but he did not look like that because he wore a thick boot. Soon it did not look so below average, it's a relatively good time!

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Quote from: Hex on March 30, 2019, 04:01:03 PM
Oh, great progress.
I am safety and my workmate is 1.63m 5'4.3 in height.
 
And I kicked his height as 5'6 when I was talking to him, but he said he was 5'4.3 but he did not look like that because he wore a thick boot. Soon it did not look so below average, it's a relatively good time!

That is awesome, man.  Being a bit over 5'4" will put me in reach of some wonderful options. I really appreciate your support and positive outlook. 

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Quote from: Ghostfish on March 30, 2019, 01:27:46 PMHi IFS

Congrats on your great progress!!  I am very happy for you!  Yes, solid 3 inches is a huge achievement.  You will see a big difference after that.  Keep up the good work!!

Thanks, Man! One more week to go...and I'm all done with the hard part! I really appreciate your support and encouragement.

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Quote from: wannagrowtaller on March 30, 2019, 12:28:59 PMCongratulations. I hope you will be fine with 7.5cm or more.

Thank you! About one more week to go! I'm thankful to you for following my journey and your positive thoughts and words.