Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
The objective of this cross‐sectional analysis was to assess the utilization of orthopedic services in a public health setting and identify key factors associated with access to and utilization of these services. A crosssectional study was conducted in a public health setting to analyze the utilization of orthopedic services among individuals seeking care for musculoskeletal conditions. Data on patient demographics, clinical characteristics and service utilization were collected through structured interviews and medical record reviews. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the characteristics of the study population and logistic regression analysis was performed to identify factors associated with the utilization of orthopedic services. A total of 175 individuals participated in the study, with a mean age of 56 years. The majority of participants were male: About 85 and the most common musculoskeletal conditions reported were Osteoarthritis. The utilization of orthopedic services was found to be 70%, with Osteoarthritis being significantly associated with higher utilization rates. Furthermore, Strain were identified as barriers to accessing orthopedic services. This cross‐sectional analysis highlights the utilization patterns of orthopedic services in a public health setting and identifies key factors influencing access to and utilization of these services. The findings suggest a need for targeted interventions to improve access to orthopedic care for underserved populations and address the barriers identified. This study contributes to the understanding of orthopedic service utilization within a public health context and provides insights for the development of strategies to optimize musculoskeletal care delivery.
How to cite this article:
Piyush Jakkal and Aparna Dikondwar. Utilization of Orthopedic Services in Public Health Setting: A Cross Sectional Analysis.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.429.432
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.429.432