meta_analysis
    2009
    High Quality

    Fall prevention with supplemental and active forms of vitamin D: a meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials

    Bischoff-Ferrari HA, Dawson-Hughes B, Staehelin HB

    Published in BMJ

    Methodology

    Meta-analysis of 8 RCTs of supplemental vitamin D on falls in older adults, stratified by dose.

    Key Findings

    Doses of 700-1000 IU/day reduced falls by 19%; doses below 700 IU/day showed no benefit.

    Conclusions

    Moderate daily vitamin D doses reduce falls in older adults with low vitamin D status.

    Limitations

    Dose-stratified subgroup analysis; later large trials did not replicate the benefit.

    Supplements Studied

    Vitamin D
    Vitamin

    Doses of 700-1000 IU/day reduced falls by 19%.

    Related Health Concerns

    Balance Problems

    Study Details

    Year:2009
    Sample Size:9,324
    Quality Score:7/10

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