We explored the impact of vitamin D3 levels on bone pain that patients experience after undergoing unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA). The study involved 240 participants who were divided into three groups based on their vitamin D status—some received treatment before surgery, some after, and others had normal levels to begin with.
By administering vitamin D3 in three doses, we aimed to see if correcting deficiencies could alleviate post-operative bone pain. Throughout the recovery period, we measured pain levels using the visual analog scale at various intervals after the surgery.
Our findings clearly demonstrated that patients who corrected their vitamin D3 deficiency before surgery reported significantly better pain control after the operation compared to those who were treated afterwards or those who started with adequate levels. This highlights the importance of testing and addressing vitamin D status prior to orthopedic procedures, showing that it is a modifiable risk factor affecting recovery.
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I was initially concerned about the capacity, but this was the old 2000 IU. I experienced sudden osteoporosis 15 years ago. At that time, I found it was recommended to consume 200 IU D3 daily. I hurriedly purchased D3 and began taking it. Three months later, my doctor remarked, “I don't know what you did, but keep it up.” Even then, doctors agreed bones don’t regenerate once they deteriorate. Since then, I’ve been consistent with D3. It’s essential to take it.