GLA:D OsteoArthritis Classes
Education & exercise program for improving lower limb strength and stability
Ideal for those with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
GLA:D® (Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark) is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
This 6-week course (made up of 12 classes) is focused on strengthening legs and core to improve daily life activities.
As part of the exercises, learn about moving with good form to prevent overloading of joints. Participants can expect an improvement in lower limb strength and stability, with decreased pain levels, and greater ease of movement in daily life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GLA:D®?
GLA:D® is a program of exercise and education designed to help reduce the symptoms of hip and/or knee osteoarthritis. There are 12 supervised exercise sessions over 6-8 weeks, 2x educational sessions and 1x initial assessment.
Who does it help?
GLA:D® has been shown to help people with mild, moderate and severe osteoarthritis, and people over the age of 40 who have symptoms of osteoarthritis. The factors that improve include pain, mobility and quality of life.
What happens in a session?
There are sets of exercises done by each person; everyone does the same exercises but in different ways. The physiotherapists who run GLA:D® programs have been trained to customise the program to suit the individual – YOU.
All you need to bring is yourself in comfortable clothes and shoes to exercise in, we recommend a water bottle as well. We will supply all equipment and guide you through the exercises. You will be given your copy of the exercise program at the end of the course.
Still have questions…
Feel free to download our flyer here, email bodyworks@bwk.co.nz or call 09 407 4288, or check out the GLA:D website at www.gladaustralia.com.au