Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on orthopaedic surgeons in terms of anxiety, sleep outcomes and change in management practices: A cross-sectional study from India

Purpose: The aim of this study was to assess the effects COVID-19 pandemic on anxiety, sleep outcomes and change in clinical management practices among orthopaedic surgeons following a nation-wide lockdown. Methods: We conducted an online cross-sectional using piloted structured questionnaires with self-reported responses from Indian surgeons. Study participants were identified through social networking sites: Facebook WhatsApp. extent anxiety quality assessed by standardised seven-item Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) scale, single-item questions unavailability personal protective equipment, training module patient management. Results: One hundred male responded survey majority (79%) 30–44 years age group. Severe scores observed 8%; moderate, mild minimal 12%, 27% 53% respectively. Changes practice due admitted 65% respondents. also association between higher primary or secondary level healthcare facility: (p = 0.04). Sleep disturbance significantly associated non-operative procedures 0.03). Conclusion: during is related factors like younger group, working facility. Early recognition essential prevent serious psychological sequelae.