As age increases, bone regeneration decreases. In children, bone tissue is more active with strong blood circulation and rapid cell renewal, so fractures heal faster.
These views were expressed by Nizami Mammadov, Deputy Director General of the Scientific Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, during a live broadcast on the Ministry of Health's official Instagram account.
In adults, especially after 40-50 years, bone tissue repair slows down. The main difference between child and adult trauma is that children's bones are more elastic, resulting in incomplete fractures or bone bending rather than complete fractures.
The doctor noted that if growth plates at the ends of bones are damaged in children, it can lead to shortened bones, curvature, or developmental disorders. After 40-50 years, especially during menopause in women, bone density decreases and osteoporosis risk increases.
Children's bodies renew tissues faster, adapting muscles and ligaments more quickly. However, proper nutrition, calcium and vitamin D intake, avoiding smoking, physical activity, and medical supervision can significantly improve bone healing.
