GLA:D™ Osteoarthritis Program

About GLA:D™

GLA:D™ Australia training consists of:

• A first appointment explaining the program and collecting data on your current functional ability
• Education to teach you about osteoarthritis, how the GLA:D™ Australia exercises improve joint stability, and how to retain this improved joint stability outside of the program
• Group neuromuscular exercise 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

GLA:D™ Australia is run in private, public, and hospital physiotherapy clinics. The cost of the program can vary depending on location and size of the group. Please discuss this with your physiotherapist. You do not need a referral from your doctor.

• Reduce Pain
• Improved Quality of Life
• Reduced Use of Joint-related Pain Medication
• Increased Physical Activity

Can I participate in GLA:D™ Australia?

GLA:D™ Australia is a program for all individuals who experience any hip and/or knee osteoarthritis symptoms, regardless of severity.

You may not be able to participate in the GLA:D ™ Australia program if:

• You have other reasons for your hip and/or knee pain, including tumour, inflammatory joint disease, result of hip fracture, soft tissue or connective tissue problems
• You have other symptoms that are more pronounced than the osteoarthritis problems (for example chronic generalised pain or fibromyalgia).

Cost

The total cost of the program is $490, however if you have private health insurance you may be covered for a percentage of the cost. We recommend you check with your private health provider to know exactly what you are entitled to for the program and the gap you may be expected to pay.

You may also be eligible for a rebate from Medicare for some of the cost of the program, if deemed appropriate by your GP. A GP referral is not required to participate in the program.