Vitamin D deficiency is associated with functional decline and falls in frail elderly women despite supplementation
ConclusionsIOM guidelines may not be adequate for frail elderly. Further study of optimal 25(OH) D levels for maintaining function and preventing falls is needed.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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