The Association Between Physical Activity Levels and Severity of Knee Osteoarthritis
Abstract: Background: Knee osteoarthritis is a disabling joint disease, resulting in cartilage degeneration and joint damage. The relation between physical activity levels and the severity of the disease is controversial. Aim of the study: To assess the level of physical activity among patients with knee OA and its impact on disease severity. Patients and Methods: This is a cross - sectional study, which includes a total of 100 consecutive patients with knee osteoarthritis. Data was collected using a pre - structured questionnaire, which included patient's bio - demographic and clinical data on knee OA. The level of physical activity was assessed using the global physical activity questionnaire. The severity of knee OA was assessed using the Kellgren - Lawrence classification. Results: Patients age ranged from 44 to 78 years, with a mean of 56.8?8.7 years. Eighty two percent of patients were females. The mean duration of osteoarthritis was 4.8?2.5 years. Disease severity, was predominantly reported as grade 1 among 58%, grade II= 25%, grade III=10% and grade IV= 7% respectively. Eighty two percent of the participants were using medications for pain relief and 54.0% had co - morbidities. Age was statistically different between severity grades (P - value
Keywords: Knee Osteoarthritis, Physical activity, Disease severity, Quality of life
How to Cite?: Ziad S. Al-Rawi, Dr. Huda Kadim Azeez, "The Association Between Physical Activity Levels and Severity of Knee Osteoarthritis", Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 790-795, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR24809205856, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24809205856