10 Questions
Osteoarthritis is also known as ______.
degenerative joint disease
The incidence of osteoarthritis is higher in adults age ______ and older.
65 yo
According to studies, about ______ million Filipinos have OA in less than 60 years of age.
4
The presence of tension and medial pressure in the knee is a possible risk factor for OA in ______ individuals.
obese
Pituitary dysfunction and menopausal sports (volleyball) are risk factors for OA in ______ individuals.
women
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of _______.
arthritis
Leg length discrepancy is considered when there is a _______ difference of at least 2cm.
leg
Obesity is a possible risk factor for osteoarthritis due to the presence of tension and medial pressure in the _______.
knee
Osteoarthritis is more common in _______ than in women.
men
African American individuals are more prone to knee osteoarthritis compared to individuals of _______ or Chinese descent.
Caucasian
Study Notes
Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease.
- The incidence of osteoarthritis is higher in adults age 40 and older.
- About 3.8 million Filipinos have OA in less than 60 years of age.
Risk Factors for OA
- The presence of tension and medial pressure in the knee is a possible risk factor for OA in obese individuals.
- Pituitary dysfunction and menopausal sports (volleyball) are risk factors for OA in female individuals.
- Leg length discrepancy is considered when there is a significant difference of at least 2cm.
Demographics and OA
- Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis.
- Obesity is a possible risk factor for osteoarthritis due to the presence of tension and medial pressure in the knee.
- Osteoarthritis is more common in men than in women.
- African American individuals are more prone to knee osteoarthritis compared to individuals of Caucasian or Chinese descent.
Test your knowledge on osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis. This quiz will cover key information about OA, including its incidence, demographics, and prevalence in the Filipino population. Learn more about this degenerative joint disease and its impact on adults over the age of 65 and post-menopausal women.
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