The role of medicinal plants in bone healing: a scoping review

Mustafa Al-Ahmad, Basma Ezzat and Mustafa, Nazih Shaban and Mokhtar@Makhtar, Khairani Idah and Zardawi, Faraedon M and Sama, Naziyah Shaban and Che Aziz, Nuraini and Amir Sabri, Nur Armidha Nadihah and Pauzi, Muhd Ridzuan and Hashim, Yulia Anesha and Roslan, Nur Ain Sofia (2026) The role of medicinal plants in bone healing: a scoping review. Greenfort International Journal of Applied Medical Science, 4 (4). pp. 313-318. ISSN 3048-6904 E-ISSN 2584-2420

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Abstract

Bone fractures are among the most common traumatic injuries worldwide with an estimated 178 million new cases in 2019, reflecting a 33.4% increase since 1990. Contributing factors include injuries, communicable and non-communicable diseases and nutritional deficiencies. Bone healing is vital for maintaining function. While modern treatments often require advanced facilities, medicinal plants have traditionally been used to aid bone repair. This review discusses selected medicinal plants with evidence-based support, focusing on their bioactive components and mechanisms of action. Comprehensive searches across four databases, from inception to May 2021 were performed following the PRISMA-ScR protocol. A total of 813 articles were identified, screened and narrowed to eligible studies. Plants such as Piper sarmentosum, Tridax procumbens, Sambucus williamsii Hance, Lepidum sativum, Peperomis pellucida and Prunus dulcis demonstrated beneficial effects on fracture healing. IN conclusion, certain medicinal plants show promise in promoting bone healing, offering valuable alternatives to advanced treatments.

Item Type:	Article (Review)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Medicinal plants, Piper sarmentosum, Tridax procumbens, Sambucus williamsii Hance, bone healing.
Subjects:	R Medicine > RK Dentistry
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Dentistry Kulliyyah of Dentistry > Department of Fundamental Dental and Medical Sciences
Depositing User:	Dr Basma Al-Ahmad
Date Deposited:	17 Jul 2026 16:45
Last Update:	17 Jul 2026 16:45
Queue Number:	2026-07-Q4241
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/130171

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