Stronger For Longer
A GLA:D™ Canada program
What Exactly is GLA:D™ Canada?
The GLA:D™ Canada program is a nationwide evidence-based initiative that follows the current recommendations for the treatment of hip and knee osteoarthritis.
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Stronger for Longer is a 6-week education and exercise program led by a GLA:D™ certified Physiotherapist. It is for individuals with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips or individuals with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis.
Research from GLA:D® shows participants become more physically active, report less pain, reduce their use of pain medication and in some cases, prevent the need for surgery. This initiative is supported by Bone and Joint Canada, The Arthritis Society, and the Physiotherapy Association of BC.
Program Overview ​​​
Individual assessment to determine eligibility, take baseline measurements, set goals
Education regarding pain, exercise tolerance, and management strategies.
Group exercise classes
2 days per week for 6 weeks
Cost
Each group session is $30 for a total of $360
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You will receive a receipt after each session for Physiotherapy and these can be submitted to most extended health benefits.
