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Best treatment for Osteoarthritis

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By Tommy

 

Reduce your hip and knee arthritic pain

 

Research from the GLA:D® program  in Denmark found  symptom progression reduces by 32%

GLA:D®, or Good  Life with Arthritis: Denmark, is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms.

What does GLA:D  involve?

This education and exercise program reflects the latest evidence in osteoarthritis (OA) research. It also includes feedback from people with OA and trainers on what works in the real world to help patients manage OA symptoms.

Professor Ewa Roos discussing the benefits of exercise and the GLA:D program in the management of hip and knee osteoarthritis https://www.youtube.com/watch?

Fitness Physiotherapy is the first practice to offer this program in the Newcastle region.

You may be eligible for a rebate from your private health insurance or from Medicare if deemed appropriate by your GP.

Other outcomes include less pain, reduced use of joint related pain killers, and less people on sick leave. GLA:D® participants also reported high levels of satisfaction with the program and increased levels of physical activity 12 months after starting the program.

This program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening and correcting daily movement patterns, participants will train their bodies to move properly, prevent symptom progression and reduce pain.

To find out more, contact our firiendly staff on 49631140.