Located inside Fairbank Medical Clinic · 2700 Dufferin St, Unit 58A
647-874-2157
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Osteoarthritis program

GLA:D® Hip & Knee Program

Education and supervised neuromuscular exercise for people living with hip or knee osteoarthritis.

About this service

Care that starts with your goals.

GLA:D® is an evidence-based education and exercise program designed to help people understand osteoarthritis, remain active and build confidence in managing symptoms.

The program focuses on movement quality, lower-body strength and functional tasks. Exercises are adapted to your starting level and progressed as your control and capacity improve.

Common reasons to visit

The program may suit people with

  • Hip or knee osteoarthritis
  • Pain or stiffness with walking
  • Difficulty with stairs or getting up from a chair
  • Reduced leg strength or confidence
  • Activity limits related to joint symptoms
  • A goal of preparing for or delaying surgery

Your care plan

Program components

  • 01An initial assessment and baseline measures
  • 02Education about osteoarthritis and self-management
  • 03Supervised neuromuscular exercise sessions
  • 04Individual exercise adjustments
  • 05Progress tracking
  • 06Strategies for staying active beyond the program