Calcium and vitamin d reduces falls and fractures--confusion and controversy
Sahota, O.
Journal of Nutrition Health and Aging 11(2): 176-178
2007
ISSN/ISBN: 1279-7707 PMID: 17435959 Document Number: 2694
A comparison of results from various studies is somewhat hampered by differences in subject demographics, study design, 28. and outcome variables. Nevertheless, evidence indicates that muscle function in elderly people is affected by an inadequate vitamin D status. Combined calcium and vitamin D supplementation improves muscle strength, body sway and reduces falls in patients in long term geriatric care and healthy, elderly community dwelling men and women. Furthermore in certain high risk groups, combination treatment reduces the risk of primary hip and non-vertebral fracture.
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