Because the ForumAdmin has edited my diary without my permission (I asked for something completely different) I cannot confirm which updates are mine and which ones are not.
The first (original) post is clear but the rest isn't. The ForumAdmin has asked for a good reason in this thread: http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?topic=85201.0
I hope that this is a good reason, there are multiple authors (not just me, the supposed patient).
The other good reason? I have some CDs with X-Rays and some reports. At the time of some of these updates I wrote what I thought was correct, but this was not the case once I saw a doctor. In many updates, the diagnosis and prognosis are a lot different from what I said. Now, with a second author, this diary is a whole mess.
This diary is full of inaccuracies and was written on emotion. Very disappointing to see an unwillingness to fix this.
Paley Institute | Bilateral Femur Surgery | Dr Dr Deszczyński & Dr Albrewczyński
Quote from: IgnoredByMods on April 07, 2024, 07:37:28 AMBecause the ForumAdmin has edited my diary without my permission (I asked for something completely different) I cannot confirm which updates are mine and which ones are not.
The first (original) post is clear but the rest isn't. The ForumAdmin has asked for a good reason in this thread: http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?topic=85201.0
I hope that this is a good reason, there are multiple authors (not just me, the supposed patient).
You are making a incorrect statement that anyone can verify easily.
In case you are unaware, there is a forum message which states clearly when a post is edited. the only post edited is the original 1st post of this topic
" Last Edit: March 28, 2024, 08:26:08 AM by Admin »"
with the following edit added to the post
Mod Note: The OP (original poster) has request to include a footnote warning against HGH. do read the entire topic for the full details on HGH .
" Some patients may want to inject themselves with HGH because they think they can just take it and it'll make them taller. "
This topic is a merge of two topics by the OP
Original Post as follow
Quote from: IgnoredByMods on April 07, 2024, 07:24:46 AM
For all readers, take this diary as partially fake, exaggerated, or fictional.
The moderators of this website have refused to allow me to provide proof of claims in my diary (making it more credible or high-quality). Thus, they prefer traffic to this diary over providing credible, high-quality diaries with medical images to this diary.
Due to the lack of cooperation, I decided that I will no longer update this diary until ForumAdmin allows me to provide an accurate, fact-checked diary.
To emphasise, this diary is partly exaggerated and in retrospect I wanted to fix it and provide proof, but the forum admins have refused to give this opportunity.
It's quite clear to anyone with a unbiased view that you are the only one choosing not to update the diary with any new information, and using this as a threatening tactic to delete the old diary , which we will not accept due to the issue of integrity
Since you have cast doubt on the integrity of your own diary, and do not wish to update. kindly do as you say and do not continue to stir drama on this matter. This topic will be locked
I decided to restart my diary as unfortunately the admin decided to merge a HGH diary with a LL diary without my permission which made it a whole mess. When I complained they ignored me and closed the diary, very sad that they just don't care.
The previous diary also was very vague on complications and as it was written right when they happened it was exaggerated as the diary was used as a rant rather than a factual diary. Because of this, I want to give patients a real factual diary with useful medical information rather than a rant diary full of exaggerations on the pain and what actually happened to pain me in a better light. I want to be reasonable so patients make an informed choice.
Starting measurements
Morning Height: 5'8.5 (173cm)
Sitting Height: 3'6 (106 cm)
Wingspan: 5'11 (180cm)
Inseam: 25-26" (Yes, that's right, complete nightmare to find clothes)
Femur (measured in an MRI scan): 45.7cm
Tibia: 36.5cm
Tibia/femur ratio: 0.78
Chest: 42 inches (No I'm not very muscular)
Weight: 81kg / 176lbs (17% body fat, weight comes from wide and large upper body).
Now, this sounds strange. You're saying 80 cm for the legs but 106cm sitting height? Is it the glutes? No. I have pretty bad lordosis and some mild scoliosis which takes away quite a bit of height while standing.
Limb analysis from my pre-surgery appointment:
Right knee full extension and Ely test negative.
Left knee full extension and Ely test negative.
Mild Varus Knee (Corrected after surgery)
Left Leg Step Length: 58.3cm
Right Leg Step Length: 57.7cm
Length of gait cycle: 116.1cm
Width of gait cycle: 13.7cm
Pre-surgery I did a gait analysis which analysed lower body kinematics, lower body kinetics, temporal and spatial, MAP, EMG, Hip Flexion VS Extension, and Displacement. Pretty interesting data but my brain isn't big enough to understand what any of that means. Makes sense to the physios and doctors so that's good enough for me.
Smoker: Never
Vaping: Never
Chronic diseases: None
Permanent Medications: None
Previous Surgical Procedures: None
Sports Activity: Occasionally go to gym (1-2x a week, maybe 3 if I'm very motivated).
I avoided doing strength training 1-2 years before my surgery because if my tendons are too strong they could possibly bend the nail.
Measurements at the time of writing this diary (5.2cm into lengthening):
Morning Height: 5'10 (178cm)
Weight: 75kg / 165 lbs (Lost quite a bit of weight from LL)
Inseam is approaching 30" which is pretty nice, my trousers actually fit me properly now.
Rest of the measurements are pretty similar I guess.
In this diary I will talk about my experiences in surgery and as a current LL patient doing aggressive physiotherapy.
I will also talk about my experiences with Dr Paley, Dr Deszczyński, Dr Albrewczyński, and physiotherapists.
Why did you decide to do limb lengthening?
Many people decide to do LL because they are insecure or have poor dating prospects. My situation is different.
I want to do LL because of the social benefits that come with being taller. The taller you are, you are perceived as a better leader and thus more competent. These biases mean that if you are a business owner, it makes sense to do LL. Increasing your chances of getting a high-value contract means that the surgery will pay for itself eventually.
I have a good dating life and I am relatively happy with my life. I have a tall sitting height so I notice that people treat me differently when they see me as being taller. These micro-interactions reaffirmed my desire to do LL. By doing LL I will increase my success in business (confidence is a result of positive reinforcement by others, taller people are praised hence why they are perceived as more confident).
TL;DR Not for dating or women. I did LL because it will improve my business and job prospects.
Pre-Surgery Thoughts
Went to the hospital and I am now waiting for the surgery. What can I say?
I keep asking myself: What have I got myself into?
Is this really happening?
What have I done?
Then I remember why I got LL and that’s what’s keeping me going. I’m scared of the pain that’ll come and the risk of complications, but you just have to face them head-on.
I trust that the Paley European Institute will look after me well. I picked the Paley European Institute because they are a clinic which focuses on deformities (most of their patients appear to be children with congenital deformities). This means that lengthening is a relatively standard procedure for them and pretty simple. If any complications arise they are more than ready to deal with them. The proximity to the UK was a big plus too. The reason why I decided to do my surgery with Dr Deszczyński was that he is a surgeon in what I would argue to be in their golden years. Dr Paley is an old man, I don't understand why people insist on going to him. This is especially true if they take up his offer in Europe. Who in their right mind would want an old surgeon who is jet-lagged to do their surgery? I think that there is some arrogance from his part for doing this in the first place. So he does the operation then leaves the patients at the care of the local doctors and physiotherapists? I have a medical background; to me, Dr Paley doing this is terrible because he is doing things his own way (which might not be at the best standard due to the conditions above) but also he does things his way then if something goes wrong it falls back on the local clinic. If I were to do my surgery in the USA, Dr Robbins would be my surgeon as Dr Paley no longer does the surgery (unless it's on one leg, but not always). I don't think that Dr Robbins has the reputation to charge that much, especially when his clinic has worse physiotherapists (Polish physiotherapists spend 5 years in focused training, the US hardly has specialised training for them as 4 years in college are broad).
I planned this surgery thoroughly. I bought Vitamin A,B,C,D, and E in addition to Omega 3,6, and 9, zinc, copper, magnesium, selenium, iodine, manganese, and calcium supplements. I bought gym weights to keep myself fit and healthy. I booked a carer for 31 days for 12 hours a day. I ordered healthy meals from a catering company, 5 meals a day (3000 kcal in total in addition to a protein shake).
I picked the best place in my mind so I have full trust in them. I trust that they’ll help me get back to my pre-surgery form in due course. Sure, I don’t expect to go into pro-sports. As long as I can walk, run, and live my life normally I’ll be happy.
Sure, you can argue that X doctor in a part of America is better. However, I see no evidence to suggest this. The American PT teams in the "best" clinics are inferior to European ones. You see a different PT every time. The new PT won't know your condition so you'll receive a worse, generic treatment.
This whole thing right now feels surreal as it’s what I’ve worked towards for the past couple of years. Now I have to overcome this hurdle as I’m sure that reaching 180-183 will be a game changer to me.
Why Poland? It's almost as same price as western countries with more experienced doctors. I am from Poland I know about this institute and its prices.
Quote from: IgnoredByMods on April 17, 2024, 08:12:22 PMI decided to restart my diary as unfortunately the admin decided to merge a HGH diary with a LL diary without my permission which made it a whole mess. When I complained they ignored me and closed the diary, very sad that they just don't care.
You were warned already not to stir up drama . Unfortunately you choose to do it for reasons only you know. You were not ignored, your request was denied and you started making exaggerated claims/false accusations toward the mods.
Quote from: IgnoredByMods
The moderators of this website have refused to allow me to provide proof of claims in my diary (making it more credible or high-quality). Thus, they prefer traffic to this diary over providing credible, high-quality diaries with medical images to this diary.
Due to the lack of cooperation, I decided that I will no longer update this diary until ForumAdmin allows me to provide an accurate, fact-checked diary.
A example of the false accustations you made against the mods here, after your request to delete your old diaries was denied. Diaries will not be deleted on a whim, to keep the integrity of these topics in check.
Just to be clear, what the OP meant by " the mods refused to allow me to provide proof of claims in my diary". is that
a) he wants his diaries topic to be deleted first so he can start a "new diary " with new images/new thoughts
b) his request was denied, he was given the option to continue the existing diary or start a new topic.
c) he insist that his existing diaries be deleted first and state that he will not post anything new if his request is not met.
d).his threats are not agreed to and his topic is locked
e) he decide to go back on his own promise and start a brand new topic anyway, and continue to make false claims about the mods, after being warned about his behaviour.
Due to persistent behaviour , this diary topic will be locked and OP posting rights suspended for a month. A potential ban will also be discussed for the account.
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