Effect of Vitamin D on Muscle Function and Injury in Elite Adolescent Dancers: A Randomized Double-Blind Study

Volume: 14, Issue: 1, Pages: 55 - 59
Published: Jan 1, 2019
Abstract
Purpose : A number of studies have noted low levels of vitamin D in dancers, and this has been associated with increased risk of injuries and decreased muscle-strength indices. The aim of the present study was to examine whether vitamin D supplementation over a 4-mo period can improve muscle function and injury incidence. Methods : A total of 84 participants volunteered; exclusion criteria and dropout (19%) reduced the cohort to 67 participants...
Paper Details
Title
Effect of Vitamin D on Muscle Function and Injury in Elite Adolescent Dancers: A Randomized Double-Blind Study
Published Date
Jan 1, 2019
Volume
14
Issue
1
Pages
55 - 59
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