systematic_review
    2018
    High Quality

    Is Vitamin D Supplementation Effective for Low Back Pain? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Zadro JR, Shirley D, Ferreira M, Carvalho Silva AP, Lamb SE, Cooper C, Ferreira PH

    Published in Pain Physician

    Key Findings

    Pooled trials showed inconsistent and generally non-significant effects of vitamin D on low back pain and disability.

    Conclusions

    Vitamin D supplementation is not supported as a stand-alone treatment for low back pain.

    Supplements Studied

    Vitamin D
    Vitamin

    Is Vitamin D Supplementation Effective for Low Back Pain? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

    Related Health Concerns

    Herniated Disc
    Neck Pain & Stiffness
    Sciatica
    Chronic Back Pain

    Study Details

    Year:2018
    Sample Size:1,955
    Quality Score:7/10

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