The effects of phytoestrogens on fracture healing: experimental research in New Zealand white rabbits.

Background: Phytoestrogens are plant-derived natural molecules having some bone forming and bone substituting effects. In the present study, the role of phytoestrogens on bone healing was investigated in a rabbit fracture model.

Methods: Twenty-two New Zealand white rabbits with right tibia fracture were divided into two groups randomly.