Vitamin D Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Vague Musculoskeletal Pain in Children

Vitamin D vs Placebo in the Treatment of Vague Musculoskeletal Pain in Children

Other studies suggest that low Vitamin D levels may contribute to musculoskeletal pain.

Hypothesis: Administration of oral Vitamin D supplements will improve vague musculoskeletal pain in children.

Inclusion Criteria:

• ages 5-14
• healthy
• vague musculoskeletal pain without diagnosis

Exclusion Criteria:

• medications (steroids, seizure medications, birth control pills or shot)
• endocrinopathies