Can height really impact confidence and social acceptance? For 23-year-old Leon, the answer was a resounding yes. After facing bullying in high school for being 5’7” (172 cm), he decided to undergo leg-lengthening surgery—not once, but twice! Now standing at an impressive 6’4” (192 cm), Leon shares how the drastic transformation changed his self-esteem and daily life. But was it worth it? Here’s his story, the challenges he faced, and what life is like after gaining 20 cm in height! 🚀
In fact, for some, it can even become an obsession.
Undergoing surgery, he increased his height from 172 cm to 192 cm. He also shared that he was bullied in high school because of his height.
‘‘My journey began in 2023 when I underwent my first leg-lengthening surgery on my femur. Using the LON method with an external fixator, I increased my height from 171.5 cm to 182 cm,’ Leon explained.
The LON method is considered less 'challenging' compared to other limb-lengthening surgeries, but it is still a painful process that takes months to achieve results.
A hole is drilled into the leg bones, which are then surgically separated. A metal rod is inserted and secured with several screws. This rod is slowly extended up to 1 mm per day until the desired height is reached. The bones continue to lengthen until they fully heal and fuse together.
Throughout this process, complications such as nerve damage, blood clots, and failure of the bones to fuse properly must be carefully monitored.
Now, Leon says he is very happy with his new appearance and feels much more confident. What do you think?