GLA:D Program in Glen Iris, Malvern East & Ashburton

Physiotherapist-led exercise and education program for hip and knee osteoarthritis, designed to reduce pain and improve movement.

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  • GLA:D Australia program available in Glen Iris, Malvern East & Ashburton
  • Physiotherapist-supervised exercise and education
  • No referral needed
  • Evidence-based first-line treatment for hip and knee osteoarthritis
  • Improve strength, mobility and confidence in daily activities
  • Available in-clinic and via telehealth

What is the GLAD Program?

The GLA:D® (Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark) program is an evidence-based education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark and delivered in Australia through GLA:D Australia.

It is designed for people with hip and knee osteoarthritis and focuses on improving joint stability, reducing pain and helping you return to everyday activities with confidence.

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How Does the GLA:D Program Work?

The program is structured to provide both education and supervised exercise. It involves:

  • Initial 1:1 physiotherapy assessment
  • Two education sessions about osteoarthritis and management
  • Twelve supervised group exercise sessions (twice per week for 6 weeks)
  • Follow up 1:1 physiotherapy review 3 months after starting the program

Our physiotherapists will assess your movement, track your progress and tailor the program to your individual needs.

Who is the GLAD Program for?

The GLA:D program is suitable for people experiencing:

  • Knee osteoarthritis
  • Hip osteoarthritis
  • Joint stiffness or reduced mobility
  • Pain with walking, stairs or daily activities

It is appropriate for all stages of osteoarthritis and is often recommended as the first line of treatment before considering surgery.

evidence based exercise program for knee osteoarthritis (OA)

Benefits of the GLA:D Program

  • Reduce joint pain
  • Improve strength and stability
  • Increase mobility and function
  • Delay or avoid surgery
  • Improve quality of life
  • Reduce the need for medications

Why Choose the GLAD Program?

  • Recommended by national and international clinical guidelines as first-line treatment for osteoarthritis
  • Provides a safe and effective alternative to surgery in many cases
  • Backed by research showing significant improvements in pain and function
  • Helps reduce reliance on pain medication
  • Proven long-term benefits including increased activity levels
  • Physiotherapist-lead and claimable under private health

Meet Our GLAD Practitioners

All our GLA:D clinicians are experienced physiotherapists. They have undertaken the GLA:D qualification course and regularly continue their accreditation.

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GLA:D Program in Glen Iris, Malvern East & Ashburton

Our GLA:D program is delivered at SportsFit Physio & Health in Glen Iris, conveniently located for residents of Malvern East, Ashburton, Camberwell, Malvern and surrounding suburbs.

We also offer telehealth options, allowing you to complete the program from the comfort of your home.

FAQ’s

The total cost of the GLA:D program is $774.

No, you can book directly. GP referrals are accepted.

Yes. In fact some private health funds may even fund the full amount (LEARN MORE HERE).

To start the program, click HERE to book your initial assessment.  Alternatively you can call our friendly admin team on 03 8840 8066.

If you have referral under Medicare (GPCCMP) plan for physiotherapy, you can claim your initial assessment and follow up review. Unfortunately, you cannot claim any of the group classes.

Following the program, it is ideal participants continue with a regular exercise program to continue the benefits. By completing the program you will be armed with the knowledge and skills to perform these exercises independently (at home, at a gym). Many of our clients then join a regular Clinical Exercise class to continue their program ongoing in a supervised setting.

Want To Know More?

Click on the below links for more information on GLA:D and OA:

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