What is the GLA:D® program?
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GLA:D®, Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark,
is an education and exercise program developed by
researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities, ensuring participants develop skills to self-manage their osteoarthritis. By strengthening and improving confidence with exercise, participants develop better capacity to become or stay active, prevent symptom progression and reduce pain.
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What are the benefits of doing the GLAD program?
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If you are considering hip or knee surgery, such as a total joint replacement, try GLA:D first. There is a good chance that you will no longer feel you need surgery.
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Treatment for knee & hip arthritis
Professor Ewa Roos explains the origins of GLA:D® in Denmark
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How can I find out more?
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You can learn more about the GLAD program offered at En Pointe Health
What does the GLA:D program involve?
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A first appointment explaining the program and collecting data on your current functional ability
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Two education sessions which teach you about OA, how the GLA:D Australia exercises improve joint stability, and how to retain this improved joint stability outside of the program
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Group neuromuscular training sessions twice a week for six weeks to improve muscle control of the joint which leads to reduction in symptoms and improved quality of life.
Who can participate in GLA:D?
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GLA:D Australia is a program for all individuals who experience any hip and/or knee osteoarthritis symptoms, regardless of severity.
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You may participate in the GLA:D Australia program if you have a hip or knee joint problem that resulted in visiting a health care provider.
Who may not be able to participate in GLA:D?
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If you have other reasons for your hip and/or knee problem (for example, tumor, inflammatory joint disease, result of hip fracture, soft tissue or connective tissue problems
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If you have other symptoms that are more pronounced than the osteoarthritis problems (for example chronic generalized pain or fibromyalgia)
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If you are unable to understand and communicate in English
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If you are unsure if you are able to complete the program, please get in touch with the clinic. Even if you cannot complete the GLA:D program our expert physiotherapy team can help you find other treatment and exercise options.
