Knee and hip osteoarthritis management
Education and exercise program to manage osteoarthritis of the knee or hip.
What is it?
Education and exercise support for anyone suffering from osteoarthritis of the knee or hip.
Known as GLAD which stands for Good Living with Arthritis in Denmark™, it is a graded neuro-muscular exercise program delivered by appropriately trained physiotherapists.
The program includes:
- 2 to 3 education sessions
- 2 group exercise sessions per week, for a total of 6 weeks
Who can use these services?
Anyone with hip or knee osteoarthritis.
Cost
$7.50 per session. The cost may be reduced or waived if needed.
Do I need a referral?
No. You do not need a referral to access this service. Self-referrals are accepted.
Location
Make a booking
Call 1300 637 744 (MERRI H).
Health professionals
You can complete your referral via this online form.
Referrals can be directed to:
Service Access, Entrance 2 Level 2, 110 Chifley Drive Preston VIC 3072
Questions can be directed to:
Yashwant Rathi Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Merri Health
More information
When does the group run?
It runs on Monday and Thursday.
This service is funded by the Victorian Government
My Aged Care is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health. Visit the Department of Health website for more information.