Relationship Between Balance and Vitamin D in Fibromyalgia Syndrome; A Prospective Cross-Sectional Study with HUR BTG4 Balance Master System®

Abstract

Background This study aims to show the relationship between balance and Vitamin D levels in Fibromyalgia. It also aims to raise awareness about the link between vitamin D levels, disease severity, and balance.Results Data were obtained from 86 patients with FMS and 47 healthy participants. There was a significant difference between the mean values of FIQ, VAS, and BBS in FMS (p < 0.05). A negative correlation was found between BBS and 25(OH) vitamin D levels in FMS (r: -0167, p < 0.05). There was a significant difference in the static balance data in the regression analyses between the groups (R: 0.40. R2:0.16 p:0.000). The regression analysis found that FIQ scores increased with the decrease in Vitamin D values (R: 0.41 R2: 0.17 p: 0.000).Conclusions Static balance is markedly impaired in low vitamin D levels. The deterioration in balance caused an increase in FIQ scores. Vitamin D has an important place in the treatment management of FMS and the correction of its negative effects on life. In addition to assessing balance, the information the device provides to improve individual activities will also improve the quality of rehabilitation.