Interventions to prevent falls in community-dwelling older adults: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement
US Preventive Services Task Force, Grossman DC, Curry SJ, Owens DK, Barry MJ, Caughey AB, et al.
Published in JAMA, Vol. 319 (16), pp. 1696-1704
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
The Task Force recommends against vitamin D supplementation to prevent falls.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
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This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen.