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The reason why I mention my wealth is because I wanted to explain that even if the tibia surgery was free, I wouldn't do it. I have the money to do tibia LL right now, but I rather burn the money than go through LL surgery again. It is just not worth it to do LL if you're going to end up in debt or if you're already average height. And I'm writing this because not only am I still in pain, but I just wasted a year of my life for this surgery, and I missed out on a lot of things because of it. If I could go back in time, I'd have told myself to not do it. I wish I had a great recovery like some of the other LL veterans. But I guess I drew the short straw. Too late now for me to undo my mistake. But it's not too late for some of you to reconsider forgetting LL and moving on with your life. I guess that's the reason why I'm still on this forum. To give you guys a real look at what recovery is like when you're not one of the lucky ones. And also to give you a real look at what your life could be like without LL even though you're short like me. It ain't actually that bad to be honest. I mean I had the life that even tall guys dreamed of. Life is a bit harder as a short guy. I will not deny that. But LL is way more painful than the occasional short jokes/discrimination/rejections thrown at you. Be stronger than me and don't succumb to your height neurosis.

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Quote from: DoingItForMe on February 23, 2016, 12:34:48 AMThe reason why I mention my wealth is because I wanted to explain that even if the tibia surgery was free, I wouldn't do it. I have the money to do tibia LL right now, but I rather burn the money than go through LL surgery again. It is just not worth it to do LL if you're going to end up in debt or if you're already average height. And I'm writing this because not only am I still in pain, but I just wasted a year of my life for this surgery, and I missed out on a lot of things because of it. If I could go back in time, I'd have told myself to not do it. I wish I had a great recovery like some of the other LL veterans. But I guess I drew the short straw. Too late now for me to undo my mistake. But it's not too late for some of you to reconsider forgetting LL and moving on with your life. I guess that's the reason why I'm still on this forum. To give you guys a real look at what recovery is like when you're not one of the lucky ones. And also to give you a real look at what your life could be like without LL even though you're short like me. It ain't actually that bad to be honest. I mean I had the life that even tall guys dreamed of. Life is a bit harder as a short guy. I will not deny that. But LL is way more painful than the occasional short jokes/discrimination/rejections thrown at you. Be stronger than me and don't succumb to your height neurosis.

I appreciate your comment. But what if I can go from 169cm to 173cm, just a 4cm safe gain. I can also work from my laptop throughout the whole recovery, so it's not that much of a waste of time. I think the advantages of being average height at 173cm is worth it compared to being 169cm. Also, the $30-50,000 isn't too much money compared to a car, or a college degree. I'd say it would have more positive impact than those. If you're still in pain, then I agree it's not worth it. I would never do this if I had pain in my legs forever. But, most people who have done LL at a safe length at 5cm or under, say they do not experience permanent pain, only decreased athletic ability. So for me, I think it's worth it.

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Quote from: applesandoranges on February 23, 2016, 12:50:50 AMI appreciate your comment. But what if I can go from 169cm to 173cm, just a 4cm safe gain. I can also work from my laptop throughout the whole recovery, so it's not that much of a waste of time. I think the advantages of being average height at 173cm is worth it compared to being 169cm. Also, the $30-50,000 isn't too much money compared to a car, or a college degree. I'd say it would have more positive impact than those. If you're still in pain, then I agree it's not worth it. I would never do this if I had pain in my legs forever. But, most people who have done LL at a safe length at 5cm or under, say they do not experience permanent pain, only decreased athletic ability. So for me, I think it's worth it.
Yea, it ain't that bad. I probably would have had a safe recovery if I stopped at 5 cm. But who knows? Only thing I would say is that you will not get much work done during lengthening. I spoke with the other LL patients and they all had trouble getting work done including myself. It's possible, but it isn't easy. Your mood would be much better if you just focused on the recovery.

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Do you think it is because you lengthen too much that cause you trouble?   I believe that everyone who stop at 5 cm can have a good recovery

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Quote from: DoingItForMe on February 23, 2016, 12:34:48 AMThe reason why I mention my wealth is because I wanted to explain that even if the tibia surgery was free, I wouldn't do it. I have the money to do tibia LL right now, but I rather burn the money than go through LL surgery again. It is just not worth it to do LL if you're going to end up in debt or if you're already average height. And I'm writing this because not only am I still in pain, but I just wasted a year of my life for this surgery, and I missed out on a lot of things because of it. If I could go back in time, I'd have told myself to not do it. I wish I had a great recovery like some of the other LL veterans. But I guess I drew the short straw. Too late now for me to undo my mistake. But it's not too late for some of you to reconsider forgetting LL and moving on with your life. I guess that's the reason why I'm still on this forum. To give you guys a real look at what recovery is like when you're not one of the lucky ones. And also to give you a real look at what your life could be like without LL even though you're short like me. It ain't actually that bad to be honest. I mean I had the life that even tall guys dreamed of. Life is a bit harder as a short guy. I will not deny that. But LL is way more painful than the occasional short jokes/discrimination/rejections thrown at you. Be stronger than me and don't succumb to your height neurosis.

You said in your comments on my post that they height discrimination is real  and not just in our heads... I think that you just need more patience... It takes time...

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Quote from: applesandoranges on February 23, 2016, 12:50:50 AMI appreciate your comment. But what if I can go from 169cm to 173cm, just a 4cm safe gain. I can also work from my laptop throughout the whole recovery, so it's not that much of a waste of time. I think the advantages of being average height at 173cm is worth it compared to being 169cm. Also, the $30-50,000 isn't too much money compared to a car, or a college degree. I'd say it would have more positive impact than those. If you're still in pain, then I agree it's not worth it. I would never do this if I had pain in my legs forever. But, most people who have done LL at a safe length at 5cm or under, say they do not experience permanent pain, only decreased athletic ability. So for me, I think it's worth it.

I don't think that it is worth to spend 30-50 000 to go from 169 to 173. The difference will be negligible, even the statistical change will be very low, like you would go from sth like bottom 25% to bottom 35-40%, is it really worth it, to break both your legs and spend 30-50 k for that ?

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Quote from: aspirant185 on February 23, 2016, 09:31:43 AMI don't think that it is worth to spend 30-50 000 to go from 169 to 173. The difference will be negligible, even the statistical change will be very low, like you would go from sth like bottom 25% to bottom 35-40%, is it really worth it, to break both your legs and spend 30-50 k for that ?



I think it's worth it because at my height of 169cm, every centimeter is noticeable. Once you're 5'9 (175cm) in the USA/Canada, height becomes a non-factor. Right now, I'm noticeably short, which really bothers me. After getting LL I can walk around at 177cm with taller shoes and I'll be good.

Also, I don't think LL is overpriced at this point. I think it's worth $30-50k because it's a very specialized surgery and the doctor is usually top-tier and experienced. Also, I would rather invest in myself instead of blowing money on a new car, or even a down payment on a house.

I have fractured my ankle a few times, and have broken my arm before. They for the most part return to normal. I hope my legs return to normal if I do LL, but the good news is that they do return to normal from what I've read from credible sources.

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Quote from: applesandoranges on February 23, 2016, 10:08:28 AMI think it's worth it because at my height of 169cm, every centimeter is noticeable. Once you're 5'9 (175cm) in the USA/Canada, height becomes a non-factor. Right now, I'm noticeably short, which really bothers me. After getting LL I can walk around at 177cm with taller shoes and I'll be good.

Also, I don't think LL is overpriced at this point. I think it's worth $30-50k because it's a very specialized surgery and the doctor is usually top-tier and experienced. Also, I would rather invest in myself instead of blowing money on a new car, or even a down payment on a house.

I have fractured my ankle a few times, and have broken my arm before. They for the most part return to normal. I hope my legs return to normal if I do LL, but the good news is that they do return to normal from what I've read from credible sources.

You want to do tibia or femur?

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Quote from: TIBIKE200 on February 23, 2016, 10:57:11 AMYou want to do tibia or femur?

More interested in tibias at the moment for several reasons. Was recommended by Dr. Donghoon to do 6cm tibia.