Türk Osteoporoz Dergisi (Apr 2010)
The Effects of Vitamin D Treatment on the Pain and the Quality of Life in Elderly Women - Original Investigation
Abstract
Aim: Vitamin D synthesis in the body is reduced by older ages. It is known that in this age group with occurrence of vitamin D deficiency there is an increase in the number of muscle weakness, musculoskeletal system pain, balance impairment and falling. Quality of life is also negatively affected because of these problems. The aim of the present is to evaluate the effects of vitamin D treatment on pain and quality of life. Material and Methods: Fifty six patients over 65 years old with established vitamin D deficiency (0.05). Conclusion: It is observed that with alphacalcidol treatment the pain is reduced and thus the adaptation of the patients to social life is increased. (From the World of Osteoporosis 2010;16:9-12)
