because for the most part I'd say this was pretty damn amazing.
FULL DISCLAIMER: This patient posted part of his story on the old forum. I'm saying this for the reason that I don't want any drama; I don't think this guy even knows this alternate forum exist; but if he ever reads this I don't want him (you) to think that I'm doing any harm. I just want to gather peoples opinions on the matter.
Anyways, the guy is apparently a patient of Paley from 2013 who managed to do quadrilateral lengthening. He initially increased both limbs by 1.8 inches (for 3.7) but then opted to have his femurs lengthen extra (0.8 inches) for a total of 4.4 inches. He said for the most part that the experience was hard, recommending that if anyone goes through with quadrilateral lengthening that they separate the two surgeries for tibia and femurs. 1 full year later after his initial operation (as seen in the video) he was capable of working out in an near normal degree (basing this only on what I saw from the video) with the rods still in place. He spoke rather highly of Paley and his concern for the patients safety.
Video: http://tinypic.com/m/j09tg0/2 (with pics of his new height)
I must say I'm extremely impressed from his physical results. It's amazing how well he managed to recover wouldn't you say? Yet, the one thing that bugs me would be his proportions, I'm conflicted on whether I like them or not. But to me they look good. I'd like to gather other people's opinions on the matter.
What do you think of this guy's proportions and recovery...
It was apparently 5'5, he's now 5'9 1/2. In terms of wingspan I'm trying to find out. (I tried to make contact already). But for me his torso to leg ratio isn't that bad.. I think what I, like you all are getting caught up in would he his wingspan, so I'd like to know it.
Also Uppland can you care to elaborate on those considerations lol. Those where 1 year ops up work out vids so hopefully he's doing much better now.
Yeah, his torso to leg proportions are good. I'd just wish we knew his wingspan for reference. Anyone think that they are maybe like -2 or -3 ape index?
They're with the video...
Real quick update on the logistical stuff for him:
His wingspan is 67 inches; his height 69.5; and his inseam is 34.
So what we have is a I/H Ratio of 48.9%
An Ape Index of -2.
All things considering he carries it quite well. I know for a fact people will have their disagreements but considering how happy he seems, I'd say he won. 
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