ShortLivesMatter Internal Femurs w/ Dr. Rozbruch 8/22/17

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Thanks appreciate the feedback.

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So I've been doing alot of thinking these past couple of weeks now that the 10mm STRYDE nail is out and the only thing left to do is to actually go thru with the procedure and yet I can't seem to pull the trigger. My parents are completely against it noting the dangers and cost. They think it's a waste of time and money (well they thought the same about my first surgery too) but they come from a different time and place, it's different nowadays.  I have been able to hide my first surgery for the most part but there is no way I will be able to hide this second surgery, everyone will notice a difference of me growing a combined 5 inches.  Also my frame will be totally out of whack in addition to my arms not in proportion anymore.  Still, I feel like I'm going to regret it for the rest of my life if I don't finish this journey, you only have one life to live, you have to maximize it. 

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Quote from: ShortLivesMatter on January 25, 2019, 05:40:01 AMSo I've been doing alot of thinking these past couple of weeks now that the 10mm STRYDE nail is out and the only thing left to do is to actually go thru with the procedure and yet I can't seem to pull the trigger. My parents are completely against it noting the dangers and cost. They think it's a waste of time and money (well they thought the same about my first surgery too) but they come from a different time and place, it's different nowadays.  I have been able to hide my first surgery for the most part but there is no way I will be able to hide this second surgery, everyone will notice a difference of me growing a combined 5 inches.  Also my frame will be totally out of whack in addition to my arms not in proportion anymore.  Still, I feel like I'm going to regret it for the rest of my life if I don't finish this journey, you only have one life to live, you have to maximize it.

Hi ShortLivesMatter,  I understand what you mean here.  It took real courage to go forward the first time and you have tremendous resolve to want to do this again to achieve your re-imagined self..  I have to admit, with our proportions at 5'1'ish... the 5'6 range is a sweet spot for us.  Actually; we look really nice and streamlined with that height. It's attractive. My opinion is that if you're in a good position to go forward, then you are in good hands with your Dr. R. He has such an excellent reputation and he's already done a fine job with you during the first operation.   It will all turn out great. You're going to do fine regardless of what you decide. You're a good man; and go with your heart on this one because your mind has already located a great doctor and safety has been top priority obviously since you have invested top dollar for the best.  Looking forward, friend.

Best regards,

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Did Doctor Rozbruch perform IT band release on you?

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Quote from: wannagrowtaller on January 28, 2019, 05:38:37 PMDid Doctor Rozbruch perform IT band release on you?

Yes he did.

Quote from: InFullStryde on January 27, 2019, 08:54:54 PMHi ShortLivesMatter,  I understand what you mean here.  It took real courage to go forward the first time and you have tremendous resolve to want to do this again to achieve your re-imagined self..  I have to admit, with our proportions at 5'1'ish... the 5'6 range is a sweet spot for us.  Actually; we look really nice and streamlined with that height. It's attractive. My opinion is that if you're in a good position to go forward, then you are in good hands with your Dr. R. He has such an excellent reputation and he's already done a fine job with you during the first operation.   It will all turn out great. You're going to do fine regardless of what you decide. You're a good man; and go with your heart on this one because your mind has already located a great doctor and safety has been top priority obviously since you have invested top dollar for the best.  Looking forward, friend.

Thank you for the words of wisdom my friend. I went ahead and scheduled the surgery for March, let's go!

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Are you not afraid of knee pain doing tibia with internal nail? Will you do with Dr Rozbruch too? Does he use suprapatellar approach of nail incision?

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Quote from: wannagrowtaller on February 02, 2019, 11:52:08 AMAre you not afraid of knee pain doing tibia with internal nail? Will you do with Dr Rozbruch too? Does he use suprapatellar approach of nail incision?

Sure that's a concern but when you are so far away from what is considered below average to average, you have to take more risks. Dr. Paley and Dr. Rozbruch, probably the top 2 LL docs, does internal tibia so I trust their judgement. Plus with the STRYDE nail, my recovery should be faster.

I am heading up to NYC on 3/7 for some pre op stuff and meeting with several interested LLers, if anyone is in the area and want to meet up as well, let me know. 

Oh and after my 2nd surgery, everyone is going to know, there is no hiding it anymore, most females have already noticed after just 2.7inch increase from my first surgery.  Their comments are usually along the lines of "you look really different, did you get taller or skinnier"? And I would ask back "different better or different worse"? And the response would always be better. Some now express interest when they never did beforehand, which hurts a little bit as I know the only reason is due to those inches.  Maybe after this second surgery and all this is done, I will just move to a different part of the country and start fresh. 

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You have some real guts, my friend.   Your courage puts you over 10 feet tall.  You're going to really do well with the new Stryde nail.  No more worrying about if you're putting to much weight on you legs while on a walker, crutches, etc.  And you are even able to take little steps as needed.  You can work out your legs from day 1 and your recovery will go much faster.   I'll be following your new diary if you create one! Good luck, man.

Don't move just yet..just say that you have found the secret elixir to getting taller. Sell that potion in a fire sell; make millions and then leave the country.  Ha ha.

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Quote from: ShortLivesMatter on March 04, 2019, 05:15:36 AM
I am heading up to NYC on 3/7 for some pre op stuff and meeting with several interested LLers, if anyone is in the area and want to meet up as well, let me know. 


Hey I happen to be in the area this month. I sent you a PM if you want to meet.

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Quote from: Purushrottam on March 07, 2019, 03:28:24 AMHey I happen to be in the area this month. I sent you a PM if you want to meet.

That would be awesome, I sent you a PM.