Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding the Osteoarthritis Amongst the Physiotherapist: A Questionnaire Based Study

Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding the osteoarthritis amongst the physiotherapists. Methodology: In this study, 65 physiotherapists from Palwal, Faridabad and Mathura district participated and they were provide KAP (Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices) questionnaire. Their responses were collected and were statistically analysed. Results and Conclusion: The results of the present KAP study founded that there is diversity in the treatment methods followed by the physiotherapists besides being educated regarding the osteoarthritis. This study concluded that continuing education programs were needed to fill the evidence- practice gap existing amongst the physiotherapy practitioners community in order to provide standardized well established protocol to the patients suffering from osteoarthritis. Clinical Implication: This study would be helpful in evaluating the knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding the osteoarthritis among the physiotherapist. As, physiotherapy plays an important role in the management of an individual suffering with osteoarthritis. Key words: Osteoarthritis, Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices