Age-related Height Decrease: Physiological Phenomenon and a Question of Law

Abstract

This case study explores the physiological phenomenon of height decrease with aging, scientifically known as age-related height loss or shrinkage. It delves into the mechanisms underlying this process, including changes in intervertebral discs, bone density, and posture. The genesis of this inquiry is whether height decreases with age to determine the eligibility of police personnel for regularization in the service.