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Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint disorders of older individuals. It is a painful and disabling disease characterized by pain, stiffness. However, in Vietnam, the number of studies on this issue is still very limited, especially those on physical function. This study aimed to evaluate physical function in 178 elderly patients with knee OA. A cross-sectional study was utilized. Physical function was assessed by The Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), Timed up and go test (TUG).