GLA:D Canada in Alberta

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Description
GLA:D? is a group exercise and educational program developed in Denmark for people with symptoms of knee or hip osteoarthritis (OA).

GLA:D? is an eight-week program offered in a group setting with other Albertans living with osteoarthritis (OA). There are two education sessions followed by 12 supervised exercise sessions (twice / week).

The program is designed to teach Albertans about OA with an aim to reduce symptoms through a targeted exercises program. The program roll-out is led by the Bone and Joint Health Strategic Clinical Network (BJH SCN).

More information can be found by visiting the BJH SCN website, the GLA:D? Canada website or by viewing the GLA:D? Canada overview video.

Some service locations may be offered by a contracted service provider and may have a cost for the service. Call the specific service location for more information regarding cost and specific program details.


Affiliation: Bone and Joint Health Strategic Clinical Network, Bone and Joint Canada, Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation, Alberta Bone and Joint Health Institute, The Arthritis Society
Key Provider: chiropractors, physiologists, physiotherapists, kinesiologists
Eligibility
Yes, Patients must have a confirmed diagnosis of osteoarthritis in their knee(s) / hip(s). A trained GLA:D® provider can also provide this diagnosis. An x-ray is not required.
Application Process
Service Access: See below, Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information. Visit the GLA:D® Canada website for locations and contact the individual clinics for more information on class scheduling and registration.
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: Yes,

There may be a waiting period at the GLA:D® clinic you would prefer to attend. Contact the individual clinic for more information on registration.

An estimated wait time will be provided at the time of registration.


Web Site
https://gladcanada.ca/
Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Fees
Fee: Yes,

Fees may apply at specific locations. Call specific location for information.




Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: N/A
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: N/A -
Other disabled access: N/A -
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
April 16, 2024
Hours of Operation

Call the clinic for program dates/times and details on how to register.