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  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Nutritional Science
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is vital for collagen synthesis, bone formation, and tissue repair.
  • Its specific applications and efficacy in orthopaedic surgery require further elucidation.
  • Existing research presents mixed results regarding its role in musculoskeletal conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current evidence on ascorbic acid's role in orthopaedic surgery.
  • To evaluate its potential benefits for bone health, fracture healing, and soft tissue injuries.
  • To discuss its utility in managing conditions like osteoarthritis and complex regional pain syndrome.

Main Methods:

  • Review of observational studies and animal models.
  • Analysis of clinical trial data concerning ascorbic acid supplementation.
  • Examination of evidence for chondroprotection and post-fracture complications.

Main Results:

  • Observational data suggest improved bone density and reduced hip fracture risk with supplementation.
  • Animal studies show promise for bone fracture and soft tissue injury, but human data are limited.
  • Evidence for chondroprotection is mixed; moderate support exists for reducing complex regional pain syndrome after distal radius fracture.

Conclusions:

  • Ascorbic acid demonstrates potential benefits in orthopaedics due to its roles in collagen production and tissue repair.
  • Its effectiveness in human fracture healing and soft tissue injury needs more rigorous investigation.
  • Given its safety and low cost, supplementation may be considered by orthopaedic surgeons for various musculoskeletal conditions.