Research Roundup: Studying How Vitamin D Impacts Muscle Damage in Women

Published December 8, 2020

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As explained in our , participation in research is vitally important. There are numerous studies available at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½o, and many ways to take part. Remember, the contributions of healthy people to research are just as important as the contributions of those who have specific conditions. Participation is a “gift” to the health and wellness of your community this holiday season, and year-round.

To find information on current studies in our area focusing on a variety of topics that might be of interest to you, your family and friends, check out UB’s

One noteworthy study currently seeking participants:

WOMEN NEEDED FOR A SUPPLEMENT STUDY

The purpose of this study is to learn more about the effect of vitamin D on recovery of skeletal muscle damage in females.

Eligibility criteria is women:

  • Ages 18-39
  • Who exercise regularly

Your participation will involve:

  • Spending a total of 6-9 hours over six separate occasions in a lab
  • Filling out surveys
  • Having height, weight, and vital signs measured
  • Providing blood draws
  • Having leg measurements taken

Participants will be randomly picked (like flipping a coin) to either take Vitamin D or a placebo for four weeks. The placebo looks like Vitamin D but has no active ingredients. The study takes place at UB’s South Campus.

More info: .

For questions, contact Jocelyn Stooks at jstooks@buffalo.edu or 716-829-5455.