The Promise of Silicon: bone regeneration and increased bone density

Publication date: Available online 27 October 2017 Source:Journal of Arthroscopy and Joint Surgery Author(s): M. Arora, E. Arora Historically, silicon has been accorded low importance as a trace element. Its role has generally been regulated to that of minor influence on bone and connective tissue development. However, in vitro and in vivo studies have shown that these assumptions are incorrect. Silicon plays a key role in bone biology, improving bone regeneration and increasing bone mineral density. The aim of this review is to provide an understanding of the role of silicon in bone biology and its clinical application.
Source: Journal of Arthroscopy and Joint Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research