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1. Lumbar Vertebrae (Lower Spine)
- Growth Plates: The growth plates in the lumbar vertebrae may still be open at 18.
- Expected Fusion Time: These typically fuse between ages 18 and 22.
- Contribution: Minor additional spinal length, contributing slightly to height.
2. Clavicles (Collarbones)
- Growth Plates: The clavicles have growth plates at both ends that may still be open.
- Expected Fusion Time: These are some of the last growth plates to fuse, usually between ages 21 and 25.
- Contribution: Mainly affects shoulder width and posture, with an indirect effect on height.
3. Thoracic Vertebrae (Mid-Back)
- Growth Plates: Some growth plates in the thoracic vertebrae may still be closing.
- Expected Fusion Time: Typically fuse between ages 18 and 22.
- Contribution: Small contribution to overall spinal length and height.
4. Intervertebral Discs (Between Vertebrae)
- Details: While not growth plates, these discs can undergo changes, slightly affecting height.
- Expected Fusion Time: These don’t fuse but can change in thickness throughout life, especially during daily activities.
- Contribution: Daily fluctuations rather than permanent growth.