While calcium builds the bones, vitamin D is what helps your body absorb and use it effectively. Without enough vitamin D, the calcium you consume may simply pass through your system unused.
A deficiency in vitamin D can:
- Lead to softened bones (osteomalacia), making the spine more vulnerable to injury.
- Cause chronic lower back pain or muscle weakness that may mask deeper spinal issues.
- Contribute to impaired healing after spinal injuries or surgery.
Even in sunny Texas, many adults don’t get enough vitamin D due to indoor lifestyles, sunscreen use, or aging-related changes in skin synthesis.
