Vitamin D for Improved Bone Health and Prevention of Stress Fractures: A Review of the Literature. Issue 6 (June 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lawley, Richard; Syrop, Isaac P.; Fredericson, Michael
• Is Part Of: Current sports medicine reports. Volume 19:Issue 6(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-06
• Subjects: Sports medicine -- Periodicals; Sports injuries -- Treatment -- Periodicals; 617.102705
• DOI: 10.1249/JSR.0000000000000718
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1537-890X

Abstract

Abstract : Abstract: Vitamin D is a vital nutrient and hormone needed for many essential functions in overall health. There is growing literature examining the role of vitamin D not only in the general population but also in athletes. The most predominantly studied area of vitamin D pertains to bone health. Recently, there has been increased investigation into the relationship of vitamin D and stress fractures, including genetic polymorphisms, levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D, and bioavailable vitamin D. This review will address the most recent developments of vitamin D research and its important role in bone health in athletes.