Study protocol for prevention of falls: A randomized controlled trial of effects of vitamin D and exercise on falls prevention

Study protocol for prevention of falls: A randomized controlled trial of effects of vitamin D and exercise on falls prevention

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injury and injury-related death among older people. In addition to physical activity, vitamin D also may affect balance and neuromuscular function. Low serum 25-hydroksivitamin D level inc...

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Main Authors: Uusi-Rasi Kirsti, Kannus Pekka, Karinkanta Saija, Pasanen Matti, Patil Radhika, Lamberg-Allardt Christel, Sievänen Harri
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-03-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Exercise
Falls
Physical functioning
Vitamin D
Mobility function
Neuromuscular functioning
Quality of life
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2318/12/12

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