1Final Year Student, Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad
2Assistant Professor, Department of Oncology Physiotherapy, Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad
Corresponding Author: Mayuri Datkhile. Mail ID: mayuridatkhile23@gmail.com
Background: Hip osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic and often debilitating joint disorder that may arise following a hip injury, commonly referred to as post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA). Despite being a frequent long-term outcome of such injuries, many individuals remain unaware of their susceptibility or the ways to effectively manage the condition.
Objective: This study set out to explore how much post-traumatic hip patients know about hip osteoarthritis, attitude towards condition and awareness about the condition.
Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study with 78 participants with a history of hip trauma. Using a structured questionnaire, we assessed three main areas: knowledge (basic facts and risk factors), attitude (beliefs about prevention and treatment), and awareness (recognition of symptoms and connection to past injuries).
Results: The findings showed that 63.6% of patients had a reasonable understanding of hip OA, especially in terms of its causes and prevention. About 69.7% displayed a positive attitude, showing they were open to seeking treatment and believed in the importance of early diagnosis. Interestingly, awareness was highest—89.7% acknowledged that their prior injury might have led to the development of hip osteoarthritis. However, many still lacked of knowledge about the disease's progression and long-term impact.
Conclusion: Most patients who've suffered from hip trauma or hip injury are somewhat aware and have a good attitude toward managing hip osteoarthritis, but detailed knowledge is still lacking. Providing better education and guidance at the time of injury and during follow-up care could help these individuals recognize symptoms early, seek appropriate care.
Keywords: Hip Osteoarthritis, Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis (PTOA), Knowledge, Attitude, and Awareness (KAA), Hip Injury, Patient Education, Degenerative Joint Disease, Early Diagnosis, Rehabilitation, Risk Factors, Musculoskeletal Disorders
How to cite this article: Datkhile M, Patil P. Knowledge, Attitude, Awareness of Hip Osteoarthritis in Post Traumatic Patients of Hip Joint. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(13s): 893-897. DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.13s.99.
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Conflict of interest: None