Randomized Study Of Exercise And Vitamin D In Frail Elderly Subjects

Evaluation of the Effect of a 4-Month Intervention of Exercise and/or Vitamin D on Mobility Function and Strength in Frail Elderly Subjects

The study will explore multiple mobility function tests as well as functional and neuropsychological tests in elderly subjects at risk for falls and disability, before and after 4-month exercise and/or Vitamin D intervention.

The study was terminated on 10Jan2008. This was a strategic decision not related to safety, efficacy, or feasibility of trial.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Elderly subjects with moderate frailty residing in assisted living facilities.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of progressive, unstable chronic disease; hyperparathyroidism, hypercalcemia.