Is it possible to lengthen 3-4 cm and still retain my athletic ability to such a degree that I would not notice the difference 3 years post-op?
These are the activities I do: Sprinting, swimming, bodybuilding, cycling and skiing.
Note that I do not compete in any of these so a slight decrease in performance is acceptable as long as I can still execute these with no issue.
I would go with Dr. Guichet and my timeframe before returning to everyday life would be 6 months from the date of surgery at most.
These outcomes would be unacceptable to me:
-Being unable to walk properly after 6 months.
-Long term decrease in athletic function that noticeably impacts said activities and/or my everyday life.
What do you think, can it be done or should I forget about lengthening?
I understand that no individual process is alike but I would like your opinions nevertheless.
What do you guys think, can I lengthen 3-4 cm and recover completely?
Quote from: Uppland on January 07, 2016, 12:26:33 AMIs it possible to lengthen 3-4 cm and still retain my athletic ability to such a degree that I would not notice the difference 3 years post-op?
These are the activities I do: Sprinting, swimming, bodybuilding, cycling and skiing.
Note that I do not compete in any of these so a slight decrease in performance is acceptable as long as I can still execute these with no issue.
I would go with Dr. Guichet and my timeframe before returning to everyday life would be 6 months from the date of surgery at most.
These outcomes would be unacceptable to me:
-Being unable to walk properly after 6 months.
-Long term decrease in athletic function that noticeably impacts said activities and/or my everyday life.
What do you think, can it be done or should I forget about lengthening?
I understand that no individual process is alike but I would like your opinions nevertheless.
Yep, go for it.. Your lengthening would be done in under a month with Guichet... At least do the 4cm! All that money for 3cm is just ridiculous.. I say do 4.5cm so that you can be 6 feet tall.
The average Guichet patient lengthens 4.5cm in about 28-30 days. You'll be back to normal activities quicker than anyone.
Quote from: Deads on January 07, 2016, 12:33:06 AMYep, go for it.. Your lengthening would be done in under a month with Guichet... At least do the 4cm! All that money for 3cm is just ridiculous.. I say do 4.5cm so that you can be 6 feet tall.
The average Guichet patient lengthens 4.5cm in about 28-30 days. You'll be back to normal activities quicker than anyone.
I honestly don't need more than 3 cm and I figured I would alter my body and proportions as little as possible while still going from a bit short to average.
All I want is to reach a decent normal height so I can fit in with my peers. Being tall is a luxury and I can manage without it.
Quote from: Uppland on January 07, 2016, 12:54:56 AMI honestly don't need more than 3 cm and I figured I would alter my body and proportions as little as possible while still going from a bit short to average.
All I want is to reach a decent normal height so I can fit in with my peers. Being tall is a luxury and I can manage without it.
... Dude. Is $60,000 US worth 3cm? You should get out 3cm and look at it on a tape measure. No one would be able to tell a difference. You are just attached to a number.. Just wear lifts.
You are cray cray if you spend $60000 for 3cm... And that's putting it nicely 
Quote from: Deads on January 07, 2016, 02:23:40 AM... Dude. Is $60,000 US worth 3cm? You should get out 3cm and look at it on a tape measure. No one would be able to tell a difference. You are just attached to a number.. Just wear lifts.
You are cray cray if you spend $60000 for 3cm... And that's putting it nicely
Yes maybe, but if I had that kind of money now I don't know what else I would spend it on.
Quote from: Uppland on January 07, 2016, 04:11:43 AMYes maybe, but if I had that kind of money now I don't know what else I would spend it on.
So you are saying you think the only way to spend 60 k is that breaking your legs and lengthening them for just 3 cm?you dont know how to spend it except using it on LL ? Thats weird.
You should go for 6 cm. That is below average for Guichet's patients and you will still recover completely. People will not notice a thing. Guys that are 160cm lengthen 8 cm with Guichet, recover completely and get back to normal, and you who are 178 are thinking you will not recover fully? 6cm femur would be way less than 20% for you. I honestly think below 5 cm, in any case, it is not worth it. If you just wanna do 4cm, go and do 4cm with Mitkovic for 10 k euro
Quote from: Peaceout on January 07, 2016, 08:20:33 AMSo you are saying you think the only way to spend 60 k is that breaking your legs and lengthening them for just 3 cm?you dont know how to spend it except using it on LL ? Thats weird.
I don't really lack anything material, guess I would invest it.
Quote from: aspirant185 on January 07, 2016, 08:25:30 AMYou should go for 6 cm. That is below average for Guichet's patients and you will still recover completely. People will not notice a thing. Guys that are 160cm lengthen 8 cm with Guichet, recover completely and get back to normal, and you who are 178 are thinking you will not recover fully? 6cm femur would be way less than 20% for you. I honestly think below 5 cm, in any case, it is not worth it. If you just wanna do 4cm, go and do 4cm with Mitkovic for 10 k euro
6 cm would mean that a complete recovery is unlikely, also my proportions would not look good. I've put thouhgt into this and 4 cm is the most I would do, 3 cm the least.
Quote from: Uppland on January 07, 2016, 08:47:57 AM6 cm would mean that a complete recovery is unlikely, also my proportions would not look good. I've put thouhgt into this and 4 cm is the most I would do, 3 cm the least.
What do you mean exactly by saying 5-6 cm wont look good proportionally
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