Prevalence, Knowledge, and Awareness of Common Hand Conditions Among the General Population of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Hand conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), trigger finger (TF), De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (DQT), and ganglion cysts, are common around the world, leading to functional impairment and reduced quality of life. Despite their prevalence, public awareness and knowledge of these conditions remain understudied in Saudi Arabia, particularly in urban populations such as Jeddah. This cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence, knowledge, and awareness of these common hand conditions among 313 participants in Jeddah from October 2023 to June 2024. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed via SPSS version 26. Only 15% of the participants demonstrated a high level of awareness, while 85% had a poor understanding. CTS was the most recognized condition (38% awareness) and the most prevalent, affecting 6.7% of participants. TF (5.1%) and DQT (2.2%) followed in prevalence. Educational attainment significantly influenced awareness, with university graduates exhibiting higher levels of knowledge. Participants diagnosed with any hand condition also showed greater awareness. These findings emphasize the urgent need for public health initiatives focused on the prevention, early diagnosis, and management of hand con