BEST FIRST LINE TREATMENT FOR HIP AND KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS

GLA:D (Good life with osteoArthritis: Denmark), is an evidence based education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis. You will work on strengthening your body, as well as learning to move correctly and manage symptoms.

 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

 

The program consists of 14 total sessions

> 2 education sessions

> 12 supervised exercise sessions performed over 6 weeks

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You will be required to attend an initial appointment for assessment, and a follow up appointment at 3 months to measure progress. 

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COST

> $95 initial assessment ($80 for existing clients)

> $600 which includes 14 sessions of GLA:D program

> $80 3 month follow up review appointment

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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS 

Researchers of GLA:D found patients had:

> improved joint confidence

> reduced pain 

> improved quality of life

> less sick leave

> were less likely to feel the need for surgery. 

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Private health rebates are available for all GLA:D sessions. Rebates through medicare may be available at the discretion of your GP via care plans or DVA for your initial appointment of follow up appointment.  

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FOR YOUR INITIAL GLA:D ASSESSMENT, OR GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFO

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