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Bone health in crisis: Addressing Vitamin D deficiency in orthopedic practice

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Author Details : Amit Lakhani*, Satinder Pal, Karan

Volume : 11, Issue : 3, Year : 2024

Article Page : 144-151

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijcbr.2024.022

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Abstract

Vitamin D deficiency is increasingly recognized as a major contributor to musculoskeletal conditions, particularly in pediatric populations. This review focuses on the role of vitamin D in bone health, highlighting its deficiency as a key factor in the development of conditions such as rickets, osteomalacia, skeletal deformities, and an elevated risk of fractures. Vitamin D is essential for calcium and phosphate homeostasis, which are crucial for bone mineralization and growth. A deficiency disrupts these processes, leading to soft, weak bones and a range of orthopedic issues.Children with vitamin D deficiency often present with musculoskeletal pain, delayed growth, bowing of the legs, and recurrent fractures, all of which can have long-term consequences if not addressed early. Diagnostic approaches, including serum vitamin D measurement, radiographic evaluation, and bone mineral density assessment, are critical for timely identification. Treatment typically involves vitamin D supplementation, dietary adjustments, and lifestyle changes, such as increased exposure to sunlight.This review highlights the importance of early recognition and management of vitamin D deficiency within orthopedic practice to prevent severe musculoskeletal complications. By addressing this deficiency proactively, orthopedic practitioners can play a vital role in improving bone health and preventing lifelong orthopedic disabilities.

Keywords: Vitamin D deficiency, Children, Musculoskeletal disorders, Rickets

How to cite : Lakhani A, Pal S, Karan, Bone health in crisis: Addressing Vitamin D deficiency in orthopedic practice. Int J Clin Biochem Res 2024;11(3):144-151

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