Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin (unspecified)
For the health condition: Broken Bones

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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Vitamins, particularly vitamin D and vitamin K, have scientific evidence supporting their role in supporting bone health and the healing of broken bones. Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption and bone mineralization, processes critical for the repair of fractures. Numerous clinical studies have shown that vitamin D deficiency is associated with delayed fracture healing, increased risk of non-union, and poor bone quality. Supplementation with vitamin D in deficient individuals can improve bone healing outcomes. In addition, vitamin K is involved in the carboxylation of osteocalcin, a protein necessary for bone matrix formation and mineralization. Some research suggests that adequate vitamin K intake supports bone strength and may aid in fracture recovery. While other vitamins, such as vitamin C, contribute to collagen synthesis (important for the bone matrix), the evidence supporting their supplementation specifically for fracture healing is less robust compared to vitamins D and K. Nevertheless, maintaining overall adequate vitamin status is generally considered beneficial for optimal bone repair. Current guidelines recommend correcting vitamin deficiencies, particularly vitamin D, in patients with fractures to support the bone healing process. In summary, there is scientific validation, especially for vitamin D, in supporting the healing of broken bones.

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