What is GLA:D?
GLA:D is a 6-week intensive course for Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee.
There are 14 sessions, which include 12 exercise classes that are up to 60 minutes long. Each session is physio-supervised and tailored to your specific needs to see progress. Additionally, you receive 2 interactive workshops to educate you about the program, how to manage your symptoms and the exercises you are doing. The program is designed with motivational outcome scores and goals, to help you regain activity levels and promote healthy lifestyles.
Our January Workshop dates are:
Monday 6th January
Thursday 9th January
You can join the GLA:D program at any time and the January Workshop will be included in your GLA:D course.
To learn about GLA, please read our previous blog post below and contact us for further information about enrollment. Tel. 9997 4970 or email us at [email protected].
GLA:D is an education and exercise program developed in Denmark by a team of researchers. It is currently the best treatment option for individuals with hip and knee osteoarthritis.
How does GLA:D work?
GLA:D uses neuromuscular exercise to improve joint stability, movement quality, and everyday function. Neuromuscular training is a form of exercise that enhances the unconscious motor responses through sensory signals and central mechanisms.
How often is GLA:D?
GLA:D typically consists of a 1-hour session twice a week for at least 6 weeks. However, you can also do 1 session once a week for 12 weeks. Both of these options contain 2 education sessions.
Is GLA:D only for people with osteoarthritis?
GLA:D is designed and beneficial for individuals with osteoarthritis in their hips or knees, or for individuals with the following symptoms…
- Morning pain and joint stiffness that only improves with gradual movement
- Joint pain that worsens with load (EG: stairs, walking, gardening, or exercise)
- Joint swelling or tenderness
- Difficulty twisting or turning
- Clicking or grinding symptoms
Is GLA:D going to help?
The GLA:D program has been seen to…
- reduce hip pain by 25% and reduce knee pain by 29% within just 3 months
- 87% satisfaction rate
- reduce pain by 36%
- after 12 months, 75% of individuals considering knee and hip surgery felt like they no longer needed it
Annabelle is one of our physiotherapists here at Back to Health Physio who has been trained and certified to run the program here in Newport.
