Health-Related Quality of Life in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients in Vadodara

Dr. Camy Bhagat, Dr. Paras Bhura

Abstract: This study investigates the health-related quality of life among 40 knee osteoarthritis patients in Vadodara district. Using the short form36 questionnaire, it was found that physical health was more affected than mental health. The study concludes that osteoarthritis negatively influences the well-being and daily activities of the patients, with a greater impact on physical health.

Keywords: Knee Osteoarthritis, Quality of Life, Physical Health, Mental Health, SF36 Questionnaire, Vadodara