Risser’s sign is a method of measuring skeletal maturity with the help of X-rays. The degree of mineralization or ossification of the ilium part of the hip bone is used as a parameter to judge overall skeletal development. The sign is used to determine the future growth potential of the spine in young adults, especially in the case of spinal scoliosis. A typical five-point grading scale is used to determine skeletal maturity.
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Can a pelvic X-ray determine HGH effectiveness for me?
Query: Dear Doctor, I have attached images of the latest x-ray imaging (attachment removed to protect user identity). I have taken this x-ray to determine my bone age, reason is that I had planned on using growth hormone therapy to help me grow taller. I was told that these bone age imaging of the wrist is... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hand x-ray for bone age is really meant for paediatric age determination (i.e, upto 12 years). You need to provide a few details to know if HGH will work for you or not. What is your current height? What is the height of your parents? You really need the Risser's sign... Read Full »
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