Ceiling Height and X- stage

Hi guys. So I have been crazy desperate to get a pole for ages. The problem is, I have a suspended ceiling AND it is only just 7'. Its awful, I feel about ready to cry. Do you think theres anyway I could get the X-stage lite (the one with the much smaller base!) and maybe modify it slightly ....cut the excess pole off so it actually fits in my room? I know thats quite tragic, to cut off all that pole, especially as it is so expensive, but I really see no other solution and I'm desperate, I used to pole so much and now I haven't for ages. Honestly there is absoloutly nowhere else I can put it, I only have one room, no living room, and I will not be moving anytime soon, the rent is cheap and I love my housemates.   I just need advice on whether you guys think it would actually be possible... Thanks xxx