GLA:D®, or ‘Good Life with osteoArthritis in Denmark’, is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms.
The program is backed by research to reduce the symptoms of OA, such as joint pain and stiffness, and therefore improve overall function, mobility and quality of life. It has been shown to help reduced the need for medication, and in some cases also delay or avoid surgical interventions.
The program is backed by research to reduce the symptoms of OA, such as joint pain and stiffness, and therefore improve overall function, mobility and quality of life.
The GLA:D®, program includes:
- An Individual Assessment to explain the program and
measure your current functional ability - Two education sessions to teach you about OA, its risk
factors, treatment options, and self-management
strategies. - Group exercises classes of one hour, twice a week for 6
weeks to improve your strength, control of your hip and
knee with activities and your confidence. - A review at 3- months to discuss your goals and progress
and reassess your functional ability.
To join this program call the clinic on 9859 5585 or book online for your Assessment appointment.
Eligible participants may be able to access Medicare rebates to cover some of the program costs , and private health fund rebates may also apply.
