The Prevalence of Knee Pain among College Students and Its Association with Their Level of Physical Activity

Rajadurai S; S. Senthil Kumar

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.80138

The Prevalence of Knee Pain among College Students and Its Association with Their Level of Physical Activity

Author(s)	Mr. Rajadurai S, Dr. S. Senthil Kumar
Country	India
Abstract	Background Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints among young adults and college students. Although obesity has traditionally been considered a major contributing factor, recent evidence suggests that physical activity levels, sports participation, repetitive knee loading, and improper exercise techniques play a more important role in the development of knee pain among younger populations (Smith et al., 2018; Neal et al., 2019). Aim To determine the prevalence of knee pain among college students and its association with physical activity levels. Methodology A cross-sectional observational study was conducted among 40 college students aged 19–22 years. Participants were selected using convenience sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire containing demographic information and physical activity details. Knee pain severity was assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), while physical activity levels were categorized into low, moderate, and high activity groups. Data were analysed using descriptive statistical methods and presented using tables and graphical representation. Results The study demonstrated a high prevalence of knee pain among physically active college students. Among the participants, 40% reported severe knee pain, 32.5% reported moderate pain, and 27.5% reported mild pain. Students involved in high levels of physical activity showed greater pain severity compared to students with low activity levels. Conclusion Knee pain is highly prevalent among college students and appears to be strongly associated with increased physical activity levels rather than obesity alone. Proper exercise techniques, warm-up routines, physiotherapy guidance, and injury prevention strategies are important for minimizing knee-related problems among young adults. Keywords Knee pain, College students, Physical activity, VAS scale, Musculoskeletal disorders, Physiotherapy.
Keywords	Keywords Knee pain, College students, Physical activity, VAS scale, Musculoskeletal disorders, Physiotherapy.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-06-02
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.80138

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