GLA:D Hip & Knee Osteoarthritis Cambridge
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint condition in adults 65 and older, but it is also highly prevalent in individuals ages 30-45. Osteoarthritis is a significant cause of disability worldwide. There are currently more than 4 million individuals living with osteoarthritis in Canada, which is projected to increase substantially as the Canadian population ages and grows.
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What is the GLA:D ™ program?
GLA:D ™ is a standardized group exercise and education program designed for people living with hip or knee osteoarthritis. It was originally created in Denmark and is now being made available in Canada due to its success. The GLA:D™ program has been shown to reduce participants’ symptoms of osteoarthritis and improve their overall quality of life. Evidence suggests that participating in GLA:D ™ may delay the need for joint replacement surgery, reduce pain and use of pain medication, and increase physical activity levels.
GLA:D ™ Canada
According to clinical guidelines, all individuals with symptoms of osteoarthritis should receive education and exercise as first-line management. GLA:D ™ Canada aims to implement evidence- based guidelines into practice by combining education and exercise into a structured program.
We are excited to offer the GLA:D ™ Canada program here at Cambridge Physiotherapy & Rehab Centre.
Structure of the Program
- Initial physiotherapy assessment to determine if you are a good fit for the GLA:D
- This assessment is done by a registered physiotherapist with a GLA:D ™ Canada certification
- Two 90-minute education sessions to learn more about osteoarthritis
- 12 group exercise sessions delivered by a GLA:D ™ Canada certified physiotherapist
- Sessions are 60 min and are offered 2x/week for six weeks
- All sessions are mandatory
Data Collection
To ensure the program is running as effectively as possible, GLA:D ™ Canada will be collecting data about your symptoms and function at three time-points: your first visit, 3-months, and 12-months after starting the program. This data is valuable for quality improvement, supporting decision-making about GLA:D ™ at a policy level, and allowing for further investment into GLA:D™ Canada.
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- Cambridge
- Preston
- Hespeler
- Galt
- Breslau
- Doon
- Kitchener
- And more
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GLA:D ™ Hip and Knee FAQs
Do I need X-ray images to diagnose osteoarthritis to be eligible for the program?
Who delivers the program?
Do I need to attend every session?
Do I need to purchase any equipment?
Can anyone participate in the program?
Cambridge
Physiotherapy & Rehab Center
895 Langs Dr Unit #2, Cambridge, ON N3H 5T6, Canada
Hours:
Monday: 9AM-5PM
Tuesday 9AM-8PM
Wednesday: 9AM-5PM
Thursday: 9AM-8PM
Friday: 9AM-5PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
