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Medical References & Sources

• American Podiatric Medical Association — Patient Education
• American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society — Foot Conditions

Clinical References

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2. DePhillipo NN, et al. “Efficacy of vitamin C supplementation on collagen synthesis and oxidative stress after musculoskeletal injuries.” Orthop J Sports Med. 2018;6(10):2325967118804544.
3. Pullar JM, et al. “The roles of vitamin C in skin health.” Nutrients. 2017;9(8):866.