The human growth hormone (HGH) is a popular method of increasing the growth rate in children, particularly among children who experience stunted growth caused by HGH deficiency or chronic illness. Synthetic HGH has been developed and is utilized by medical professionals to help combat a variety of growth deficiencies. In children who struggle with a growth hormone deficiency, meaning they produce insufficient quantities of HGH in their pituitary gland, HGH injections can be used to expedite their growth and maturity rate.

A growth hormone deficiency can occur in children at birth or occur as a result of medical conditions or brain injuries which inhibit the production or release of HGH in the brain. By mimicking the effects of naturally occurring HGH, the hormone therapy can improve the overall growth by between 1 and 3 inches. HGH hormone therapy is FDA approved and provides a safe and reliable treatment option for children whose growth is otherwise stunted.