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Original Research | Medical Science | Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 14 - 16 | India
Musculoskeletal Manifestations in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and their Relation to Hba1c Levels: A Cross Sectional Observational Study
Abstract: Musculoskeletal manifestations are under-recognized complications of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), contributing to pain and functional limitation. This cross-sectional study evaluates types of musculoskeletal involvement, pain severity, functional disability, and their association with glycemic control in 96 patients with T2DM. Knee osteoarthritis (37.5%) and frozen shoulder (25%) were the most common conditions observed. Hand involvement included trigger finger (16.7%), carpal tunnel syndrome (16.7%), and Dupuytren?s contracture (6.2%). Pain was frequently moderate to severe, and functional disability was predominantly moderate. An increasing trend of musculoskeletal involvement was observed with worsening glycemic control, showing a statistically significant association (p=0.048). These findings highlight the importance of glycemic control and routine musculoskeletal assessment in diabetic care.
Keywords: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Musculoskeletal manifestations, Pain, MHAQ, Hand findings, Disability
How to Cite?: Dr. Madhavi Mathkar, Dr. Smita Patil, "Musculoskeletal Manifestations in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and their Relation to Hba1c Levels: A Cross Sectional Observational Study", Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 14-16, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR26430193010, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR26430193010