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Research Journal of Medical Sciences

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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Osteoarthritis among Adults in Urban Areas: A Cross sectional Study

Yogendra Bhaskar Nehete, Rajkumar Indrasen Suryawanshi, Aditya Vijaykumar Jadhav, Amol Champalal Patil, Shanshah Shamsher Ali Sheikh and Hanumant Shivaji Kale
Page: 80-84 | Received 22 Apr 2024, Published online: 05 Jun 2024

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Abstract

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative joint disease characterized by joint pain, stiffness and reduced mobility, predominantly affecting the aging population. Urban environments present unique risk factors contributing to the prevalence of OA, including lifestyle behaviors and occupational hazards. This cross‐sectional study examined 200 adults in urban areas to identify the prevalence and risk factors associated with osteoarthritis. Data were collected through physical examinations and structured interviews focusing on demographic details, medical history, lifestyle factors and occupational activities. Preliminary analysis indicated a significant correlation between OA and factors such as age, body mass index (BMI) and occupational strain. The prevalence rate in the sample indicated higher susceptibility in individuals over the age of 50 and those engaged in physically demanding jobs. The study highlights the impact of urban living conditions on the prevalence of osteoarthritis and underscores the importance of targeted interventions to mitigate risk factors associated with the urban lifestyle. Further research is needed to explore the complex interactions between environmental, genetic and lifestyle factors in urban populations.

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Yogendra Bhaskar Nehete, Rajkumar Indrasen Suryawanshi, Aditya Vijaykumar Jadhav, Amol Champalal Patil, Shanshah Shamsher Ali Sheikh and Hanumant Shivaji Kale. Prevalence and Risk Factors of Osteoarthritis among Adults in Urban Areas: A Cross sectional Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.7.80.84
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