My Vertical Push with Dr. Debiparshad (Strydes in Femurs)

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@VerticalPush - thanks for responding above!

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Quote from: InFullStryde on July 16, 2019, 05:04:28 PMGreat Job, VP! You're on your way, man!

Yes, if it wasn't for rate limiting myself; I would have never made it to 3 inches.   It took me an extra 2, 2.5 weeks to reach 3 inches, but wow what a difference.  The tightness and numbness was rough; but rate limiting to 2 a day and even skipping a day here and there; really helped me get through this process.

Thanks InFullStryde! You my friend are a pioneer -- I've been referring back to your diary so many times to get an idea of what to expect! I do remember reading how slowing down towards the end helped, so I definitely was more open to it.

It's like night and day how much better I feel. When I say the pain is gone I mean it's 100% gone! I also feel I walk better. I, too, went from thinking "there's no way I'm going to make it to 3 inches" to "I can do this!" simply by dialing it back to 2 sessions/day.

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Update on Day 61, 5 CM taller!

Hi everyone, truthfully there hasn't been that much to report in the past week. The nerve issues haven't returned, fortunately, although my shins remain somewhat less sensitive. Still, that problem is NOTHING compared to the shooting electric shock feeling I'd get in my nerves when I was doing 3 lengthening sessions per day.

Dr. D. had a chance to review the same X-rays I posted here in my last big update. He said he's very happy with the bone growth but he wants to keep me at 2 sessions/day. I want to be finished ASAP but after hearing all the great advice from everyone, it's clear the extra couple weeks I'll be lengthening is a small price to pay to avoid pain and possible long term issues. Aside from that, sleeping still isn't easy. I still can't stay on either side very long without starting to feel discomfort in my hips. It seems other veterans were able to sleep on their sides by now so I'm hoping this changes soon.

I had a bit of a scare when my insurance company sent me a letter asking why I needed to do PT. I was afraid that doing this surgery might disqualify me. Turns out they were only interested in seeing if I had a car accident, an slip/fall on someone else's property, or a workplace injury. The reason they were asking was because if any of those cases were true, they'd try to bill from a third party insurance. For anyone else who lengthens at home using their own insurance, be aware you might get a letter like this. If you don't return the letter they will deny any future claim related to PT.

On a lighter note, this picture shows that there will be many pairs of pants I'll have to donate pretty soon. However, because I tailored my suit pants using 3 inch lifts in my boots, I'm hoping I won't have the same issue with my formal pants!

At this point, I'm considering stopping at the 7.5 CM point. I want to be finished lengthening as soon as I can be, and I'm not sure the extra 5mm is worth the risk. In three weeks I have a physical with my primary doctor scheduled and I'd expect to get another round of x-rays at that point. I'll keep everyone updated. Hope everyone is doing well!

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Great update bro! you're doing great

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Quote from: Movie on July 25, 2019, 02:10:42 AMGreat update bro! you're doing great

Thanks my man! It feels awesome to be just over 2/3rds of the way to the finish line.

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Hi Vertical Push!

It took me about 3 months before I could officially sleep on my side; so you're good! I also had the numbness going and it took me an additional 15-20 days to conclude my lengthening due to nerve discomfort and tightness.  7.5cm is a rounded 3 inches of height and a great goal.  You're already killing it at 2 inches increase which is a giant height difference already.

Looking forward to seeing how everything wraps up; and you've already accomplished a lot!  Will stand by to learn more.

All the best,

IFS

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Awesome progress man! The pants pic really puts things in perspective. Time flies, feels like you just started and you’re already 2/3 towards your goal.

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Quote from: InFullStryde on July 25, 2019, 05:53:06 PMHi Vertical Push!

It took me about 3 months before I could officially sleep on my side; so you're good! I also had the numbness going and it took me an additional 15-20 days to conclude my lengthening due to nerve discomfort and tightness.  7.5cm is a rounded 3 inches of height and a great goal.  You're already killing it at 2 inches increase which is a giant height difference already.

Looking forward to seeing how everything wraps up; and you've already accomplished a lot!  Will stand by to learn more.

All the best,

IFS

InFullStryde -- thank you so much for weighing in on that decision, it means a lot coming from you since we had so many similar experiences in the lengthening process! Your decision to stop at 7.5cm was critical to me deciding that was the right place to stop. I know you were able to make a fantastic recovery by stopping at that point. I don't want to risk any permanent side effects for a measly 5mm / .20"!

You're spot on, the 2 inch increase is absolutely incredible and I already feel that the hard work has been worth it. I feel like these 2 inches have changed my life. An extra inch beyond that will be icing on the cake. That's good to know that I'm not an outlier with the side sleeping issues. If my schedule works out like yours then I'll be able to sleep on my side again in less than a month, which will make sleeping so much easier! I feel almost reliant on sleeping medicine to fall asleep at this point.

 Quote from: TheAlchemist on July 25, 2019, 07:02:09 PMAwesome progress man! The pants pic really puts things in perspective. Time flies, feels like you just started and you’re already 2/3 towards your goal.

Thanks TheAlchemist! You're right - once you notice concrete evidence of your new height like the way pants fit you differently then it really hits you! Just looking in the mirror everyday you don't really notice your new height because the change is so gradual. I also don't really notice differences with my neighbors because they're used to only seeing me with lifts in my shoes. One of the most satisfying things for me will be throwing those lifts out once I hit that final goal. The time sure did fly by, and I can't wait to finish lengthening!

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Quote from: verticalpush on July 26, 2019, 05:12:51 AMInFullStryde -- thank you so much for weighing in on that decision, it means a lot coming from you since we had so many similar experiences in the lengthening process! Your decision to stop at 7.5cm was critical to me deciding that was the right place to stop. I know you were able to make a fantastic recovery by stopping at that point. I don't want to risk any permanent side effects for a measly 5mm / .20"!

You're spot on, the 2 inch increase is absolutely incredible and I already feel that the hard work has been worth it. I feel like these 2 inches have changed my life. An extra inch beyond that will be icing on the cake. That's good to know that I'm not an outlier with the side sleeping issues. If my schedule works out like yours then I'll be able to sleep on my side again in less than a month, which will make sleeping so much easier! I feel almost reliant on sleeping medicine to fall asleep at this point.

 
Thanks TheAlchemist! You're right - once you notice concrete evidence of your new height like the way pants fit you differently then it really hits you! Just looking in the mirror everyday you don't really notice your new height because the change is so gradual. I also don't really notice differences with my neighbors because they're used to only seeing me with lifts in my shoes. One of the most satisfying things for me will be throwing those lifts out once I hit that final goal. The time sure did fly by, and I can't wait to finish lengthening!

Hey man how’s your walk now?
Would love to see a video of you walking !

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Hii Vertical,
How much cm did you reach uptill now?
& what would you say about the overall experience?