She says her decision was strongly influenced by her ex-husband. “I wanted to finally be loved”
German model Teresa FisherThe 32-year-old made the decision that would change not only her height but also the trajectory of her emotional and physical life. Over the past eight years, Theresia has spent more than R$1.7 million on a series of controversial surgeries to lengthen her legs, taking her height from 1.70m to 1.84m. Converting from a size that is already too high to a size that is so runway-worthy.
The procedure, informally known as “Frankenstein surgery,” involved several painful steps, including cutting through the bones of the thighs and legs to insert telescopic rods that were modified over time to stimulate bone growth. A process she began when she was 24, driven by the desire to fulfill expectations of a love that promised to be eternal.
How does “Frankenstein surgery” work?
“Frankenstein surgery”, despite its gothic name referring to notions of horror, refers to a medical method explored to lengthen bones. This technique involves controlled breaking of bones so that rods are inserted between them, which, over time, pull the bone to stretch as new bone tissue grows. This procedure is performed under strict medical supervision and is generally used for severe limb length inequalities or, as in Fisher's case, for cosmetic purposes.
Why did Theresia decide to increase her height?
Teresa admitted that her decision at the time was strongly linked to external influences, especially from her ex-husband who convinced her that his love was conditional on achieving this transformation. “I wanted to be loved finally.”Fisher explained about her mental state at the time, which was dominated by depression and low self-esteem, which led her to undergo a painful physical and emotional process.
Consequences and new horizons in the life of the model
The cost of this decision was high. Physically, Theresia deals with constant pain and long rehabilitation, using crutches while waiting for the full treatment recommended by doctors. Emotionally, the trip was equally exhausting. “The pain I endured for eight years was so immense that I cannot even describe it in words.”Vent. However, today, Teresa finds herself in a new relationship with… Stefan KleiserTogether they plan to build a family.
*The text is under the supervision of Tomaz Bellomini
