Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Drynaria (commonly Drynaria fortunei, also known as Gu Sui Bu in Traditional Chinese Medicine) has a long history of use in East Asian herbal medicine for the support and healing of bones and connective tissue, including ligaments. Historical texts and materia medica, such as the "Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing" and modern TCM practice, recommend Drynaria primarily for promoting bone healing, treating fractures, and addressing conditions involving tendon and ligament weakness or injury. The herb is believed to "tonify the kidney" and "strengthen bones and sinews," terms that in traditional theory relate to musculoskeletal health.

Modern scientific research has focused predominantly on the bone-healing properties of Drynaria, showing some evidence for osteogenic (bone-forming) effects in cell and animal models. However, studies specifically on ligament healing are limited. Some preclinical studies indicate that compounds in Drynaria, such as naringin, may influence cell proliferation and collagen synthesis, which are relevant to connective tissue repair, but direct evidence in the context of human ligament injuries is scarce.

Overall, the use of Drynaria for ligament injuries is primarily rooted in traditional practice, supported by a moderate amount of preclinical data suggesting potential benefits for connective tissue health, but lacking robust clinical trials directly validating its efficacy for ligament repair in humans.

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