Fig. 1Molecular mechanism of action of bisphosphonate.
Fig. 2Alendronate increases the callus size compared to control (OVX-ovariectomy), EE2 (estrogen) and RLX (raloxifen).
Fig. 3Structure of multicellular remodelling units.
Fig. 4Bisphophonate rescue regimen in case of delayed bone formation after osteotomy and distraction.
Fig. 5Zoledronate enhances bone in-growth in porous implant.
Fig. 6Teriparatide (1-34 PTH) injection shortened the healing time of Colles' fracture.
Fig. 7PTH enhances bone growth around the screw and increases pull-out strength significantly compared to control.