POPULATION AWARENESS OF THE ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT INJURY IN THE SOUTHERN REGION

Background: anterior cruciate ligament injury is a serious medical problem that can increase morbidity and reduce the quality of life of patients. Although people practicing sports are at the highest risk of injury, other people are still at significant risk. Hence, the awareness of the general population towards the anterior cruciate ligament injuries is crucial. Objective: This survey analysis aims to explore the population perception of anterior cruciate ligament injury in the southern region, Saudi Arabia. Design and Setting: A self-administered structured questionnaire was distributed to the general public in the southern region, Saudi Arabia. The questions were in Arabic. The survey consists of sections including the socio-demographic variables, in addition to questions about population perception and practices related to anterior cruciate ligament injury. Data analysis was done through SPSS program version 24. Results: 549 participants fully responded to the questionnaire. Individuals aging between 18 and 24 years old showed significantly (P-value <0.001) higher knowledge (64.7%). Males showed a significantly higher level of knowledge (P-value <0.001) (71.1%). Furthermore, Non-Saudi responders showed significantly better (P-value