Want to Grow Taller?
Cosmetic Height Lengthening Can Help You Increase Your Height By Up to 6 Inches!
Minimally-invasive, innovative procedure
Increase your height up to 6"
Gain confidence and self-esteem
Improve your outlook on life
If you feel like you consistently blame your height for day-to-day inconveniences, dating problems, professional struggles, and more, height lengthening surgery may provide some peace of mind and contribute to your overall happiness and contentment. With height concerns being out of the way, you’re able to focus on the next steps toward personal and professional development and improvement.
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Discover the Transformative Benefits of Growing Taller at the Height Lengthening Institute
Our advanced techniques and experienced team are dedicated to helping you achieve your desired height, boosting your confidence and enhancing your quality of life. Whether you're seeking a subtle increase or a more significant change, our state-of-the-art facility in Los Angeles, CA provides a supportive environment to guide you through every step of the process.
Experience the life-changing potential of height lengthening with us today!
Height Lengthening FAQs
What is height lengthening?
Height lengthening is a surgery that increases the length of the long bones of the leg. This procedure can be done on the femur (thigh) and/or on the tibia (shin).
How tall can you grow with height lengthening?
Most candidates are able to increase their height up to 3.1 inches (8 cm) with one lengthening procedure (usually femurs) without any issues. Additional lengthening of the tibias can be performed to increase height by an additional 2.5 inches (6.5 cm).
How much does height lengthening cost?
Your height needs will be assessed after a thorough physical exam has been completed. The costs vary depending on each person’s needs, so you will need to come in for a personal consultation. See cost range below.
Is there financing available for the procedure?
Financing is available for surgery through Care Credit, where the ability to finance the procedure is dependent upon your credit rating. Learn more about this during your consultation.
How do you prepare for surgery?
It is important to be healthy prior to surgery. We will help prepare your body by prescribing exercises that will strengthen your lower and upper legs as well as your buttocks muscles. Core strengthening and upper body exercises are also highly recommended, as you will likely need to use these areas a little more during your recovery.
Eating well is also crucial to proper healing. Your doctor may suggest taking a multivitamin and eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and calcium-rich foods. Avoiding sugar, fast food, and processed foods can also help your body heal faster.
Mental preparation is also extremely important. Be prepared to experience significant pain immediately after surgery. Although the intensity will decrease as your body heals, there will still be some discomfort during the lengthening process.
If you set your expectations properly, you will be better prepared.
What does the recovery process look like?
The recovery time is 3-4 months before you can walk without any assistance and 6-8 months for competitive sports. The new Precice system can withstand up to 150 pounds (68 kg) of weight-bearing after surgery. This allows patients to move around without crutches after a few weeks and makes recovery time much easier. You will also need to attend Physical Therapy to stretch and strengthen your legs. There will be little small scars on your body after the surgery.
How long after surgery can I walk?
Even with the Precice 2 system, in the beginning you will need a walker for short walks. You will only need to use a wheelchair for long distances when getting the procedure done. With Precice 2 you can transition to crutches faster and need no helping devices after a few weeks.
What can I go back to exercise and sports?
You can go back to training your upper body right away, however, it can take 6-8 months to go back to dancing, running, and full weight training. It may take up to a year to go back to doing competitive sports, such as soccer, tennis, or basketball.
Real Results You Can See!
Meet Moses! His starting height in 2016 was 5’5, and now he is at 5’10” after undergoing surgery on his femurs and his tibias.
This is a 30-year-old man that underwent the Height Lengthening procedure for his femurs and tibias. He went form 5’6” to 5’11” in his height by gaining 3 inches from his femurs and 2 inches in his tibias using the Precice nail system. That’s a total of 5 inches total added to his height!
The cost of height lengthening surgery is usually not covered by health insurance, but in some cases, it may be. Your surgeon’s office can verify any coverage you may have and help you get partial or full reimbursement for surgery. However, since most insurance companies won’t cover the cost, you will likely need to pay for your surgery out of pocket. Ask us about financing options that may be available to you.
Bilateral femur lengthening (PRECICE® nail)
$75,000 - $79,000
Bilateral tibia lengthening (PRECICE® nail)
$82,000 - $85,000
Combined tibia and femur lengthening
$159,000 - $164,000
* Consultation fee: $650 in-person office visit or $400 Telemed appointment
** Anesthesia fee: $2,000
Your height needs will be assessed after a thorough physical exam has been completed. The above costs vary depending on each person’s needs, so you will need to come in for a personal consultation. Most surgeons’ offices will not provide any pricing information over the phone or by email.
Meet Dr. Shahab Mahboubian, D.O., MPH
Shahab Mahboubian completed his training in limb lengthening and deformity correction surgery at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, the #1 orthopedic hospital in the country (U.S. News & World Report).
He has brought this highly specialized orthopedic practice to the West Coast with the most advanced techniques and skills in Height Lengthening surgery. Some of the wide arrays of surgical techniques utilized by Dr. Mahboubian include correction of bow-legs and knock-knees, deformities of the upper or lower extremities, leg-length discrepancies, bony malunions or nonunions, and cosmetic bilateral limb lengthening.
Dr. Mahboubian was the first orthopedic surgeon on the West Coast to perform a cosmetic limb lengthening using the Precice and Stryde nail system. Dr. Mahboubian practices the most advanced and up-to-date techniques in orthopedic surgery, including treatment of injuries in adults and children, sports-related injuries, joint replacement surgery, hand injuries, neck and back pain issues, foot and ankle problems, and lower extremity deformities.
Working on the human body and helping those with musculoskeletal injuries has always been Dr. Mahboubian’s passion. For the past few years, Dr. Mahboubian has been able to not only make people taller and walk normally, but he has also been able to raise his patients’ confidence and help them achieve their lifelong goals.
