Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Silicic acid, a source of bioavailable silicon, has been investigated for its potential role in bone health, including the support and treatment of broken bones. Silicon is an essential trace element involved in bone formation, with research suggesting it may contribute to the synthesis of collagen and glycosaminoglycans, both critical components of bone matrix. Several animal studies, and a limited number of human observational and intervention studies, have indicated that dietary silicon intake is associated with increased bone mineral density and may have a beneficial effect on bone strength and integrity. For example, a 2004 study published in the "Journal of Bone and Mineral Research" found a positive correlation between dietary silicon intake and bone mineral density in premenopausal women. However, direct clinical evidence supporting the use of silicic acid or silicon supplements specifically for treating or accelerating the healing of broken bones in humans is limited and not conclusive. Most evidence to date is indirect, relating to general bone health rather than fracture repair. Therefore, while there is some scientific rationale and preliminary evidence supporting the role of silicon in bone metabolism, the evidence for using silicic acid specifically to treat broken bones is weak, justifying a low evidence rating.

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