Plantar Fascitis (10% have it) treated by 50,000 IU of Vitamin D – Aug 2024

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Role of Vitamin D3 in Chronic Cases of Plantar Fascitis

Acta Scientific Orthopaedics Volume 7 Issue 8 DOI: 10.31080/ASOR.2024.07.0974
Maulik Langaliya* and Dr Jay Vadodariya
Department of Orthopedic, Holy Spirit Hospital, Indiaa

This study presents a comprehensive review of the existing literature regarding the role of vitamin D3 in chronic plantar fasciitis. The pleiotropic effects of vitamin D3 in modulating inflammation, promoting tissue repair, and maintaining the structural integrity of connective tissues are highlighted. Evidence suggests that vitamin D3 plays a crucial role in inhibiting proinflammatory cytokines and upregulating anti-inflammatory mediators, which may be particularly beneficial in the context of chronic plantar fasciitis. Additionally, vitamin D3 has been found to enhance the expression of genes involved in extracellular matrix remodeling and collagen synthesis, essential for the repair and regeneration of the plantar fascia. Intervention studies have demonstrated that individuals with chronic plantar fasciitis often exhibit lower serum vitamin D levels compared to healthy controls, and supplementation with vitamin D3 can lead to significant improvements in pain, physical function, and quality of life. The findings also suggest a potential association between vitamin D3 status and the development of chronic plantar fasciitis. However, it is important to acknowledge the limitations of the existing literature, as many of the studies to date have been observational in nature, and the causal relationship between vitamin D3 status and the development or progression of plantar fasciitis remains to be fully elucidated.

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Interventional studies have also provided insights into the potential therapeutic benefits of vitamin D supplementation in chronic plantar fasciitis. A randomized, double-blind, placebo­controlled trial by Jansen., et al. demonstrated that supplementation with 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 per week for 8 weeks led to significant improvements in pain, function, and quality of life in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis, compared to the placebo group [16].
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VitaminDWiki - Some Foot and ankle problems are treated by Vitamin D – many studies

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Athletes are helped by vitamin D by:

1. Faster reaction time
2. Far fewer colds/flus during the winter
3. Less sore/tired after a workout
4. Fewer micro-cracks and broken bones
5. Bones which do break heal much more quickly
6. Increased VO2 and exercise endurance Feb 2011
7. Indoor athletes especially need vitamin D
8. Professional indoor athletes are starting to take vitamin D and/or use UV beds
9. Olympic athletes have used UV/vitamin D since the 1930's
10. The biggest gain from the use of vitamin D is by those who exercise less than 2 hours per day.
11. Reduced muscle fatigue with 10,000 IU vitamin D daily
12. Muscle strength improved when vitamin D added: 3 Meta-analysis
13. Reduced Concussions
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Sports benefits from up to 50 ng (click on chart for details)

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