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Does the growth plate close at 25? Understanding the Science of Adult Height

On average, the final closure of growth plates occurs in the mid-to-late teens, far earlier than 25. This biological process is a crucial step in human development that marks the end of long bone lengthening. Understanding this process definitively answers the question: Does the growth plate close at 25?

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What is the age of shoulder fusion?

According to orthopedic studies, the complete, natural fusion of the shoulder epiphysis typically occurs during adolescence. Understanding the distinction between this natural process and the surgical procedure, known as arthrodesis, is key when asking, “What is the age of shoulder fusion?”

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