systematic_review
2018
High Quality
Interventions to prevent falls in community-dwelling older adults: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement
Grossman DC, Curry SJ, Owens DK
Published in JAMA
Methodology
Evidence-based recommendation statement synthesising trials of fall-prevention interventions.
Key Findings
Exercise interventions are recommended; the Task Force recommends against vitamin D supplementation to prevent falls in community-dwelling adults not known to be deficient.
Conclusions
Exercise, not vitamin D, is the evidence-based first-line intervention for balance and fall prevention.
Limitations
Excludes people with osteoporosis or known vitamin D deficiency.
Supplements Studied
Vitamin D
Vitamin
The Task Force recommends against vitamin D supplementation to prevent falls.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2018
Sample Size:40,000
Quality Score:9/10
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This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen.