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                        GLAD & Clinical Pilate Timetable @ May ‘18

            Clinical Pilates/GLAD Patient Information

******IF 24 HOURS NOTICE IS NOT GIVEN FOR CANCELLATION OF A  PILATES/GLAD CLASS THEN A FULL CLASS FEE WIL BE CHARGED******

1. All participants require an initial one on one session with a Clinical Pilate/GLAD physiotherapist prior to commencing classes. Please make an appointment with either Amanda, Michelle, Kristy, Ruchi or Hoda for an initial Pilates assessment or Matt for GLAD on 9803 8422
2. Patients are only able to commence a class if a Clinical Pilate/GLAD physiotherapist authorizes it and a program is written. If you do not have a program then you will not be permitted to attend the class; no exceptions will be made.
3. Formal one on one reassessment for regular attendees is at the discretion of treating Clinical Pilate/GLAD Physiotherapist. This is to ensure the optimal program is designed.
4. Formal one on one reassessment is mandatory for participants who have not attended 3 months. This is to ensure an optimal program is written.
5. Workcover or TAC patients require written approval from insurer prior to commencing Clinical Pilates. GLAD will be as a private patient only.
6. If you either cancel or fail to attend for 3 consecutive classes you will have all future Clinical Pilate/GLAD classes cancelled. This will be advised to you by reception. If you then wish to attend you will need to ring on the day you wish to attend to ascertain if there is a vacancy.
7. A rebate can be claimed for Clinical Pilates/GLAD from your private health insurance

GLA:D®, or Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark, is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms.

What does GLA:DTM involve?
This education and exercise program reflects the latest evidence in osteoarthritis (OA) research. It also includes feedback from people with OA and trainers on what works in the real world to help patients manage OA symptoms.

GLA:DTM Australia training consists of:
” A first appointment explaining the program and collecting data on your current functional ability
” Two education sessions which teach you about OA, how the GLA:D™ Australia exercises improve joint stability, and how to retain this improved joint stability outside of the program
” Group neuromuscular training sessions twice a week for six weeks to improve muscle control of the joint which leads to reduction in symptoms and improved quality of life

Can I Participate in GLA:DTM Australia?
GLA:D™ Australia is a program for all individuals who experience any hip and/or knee osteoarthritis symptoms, regardless of severity.
You may participate in the GLA:D™ Australia program if you have a hip or knee joint problem that resulted in visiting a health care provider.
You may not be able to participate in the GLA:D™ Australia program if:
” You have other reasons for your hip and/or knee pain, including; tumor, inflammatory joint disease, result of hip fracture, soft tissue or connective tissue problems
” You have other symptoms that are more pronounced than the osteoarthritis problems (for example chronic generalized pain or fibromyalgia)
” You are unable to understand and communicate in English

Osteoarthritis (OA) Treatment in Australia
OA is the most common lifestyle disease in individuals 65 year of age and older, but can also affect individuals as young as 30 years of age.

Current national and international clinical guidelines recommend patient education, exercise and weight loss as first line treatment for osteoarthritis.

In Australia, treatment usually focuses on surgery and the GLA:DTM Australia program offers a better and safer alternative.
Background of the GLA:D® Program
Research from the GLA:D® program in Denmark found symptom progression reduces by 32%.
Other outcomes include a less pain, reduced use of joint related pain killers, and less people on sick leave. GLA:D® participants also reported high levels of satisfaction with the program and increased levels of physical activity 12 months after starting the program.

This program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening and correcting daily movement patterns, participants will train their bodies to move properly, prevent symptom progression and reduce pain.

Find out more about GLA:DTM
Active Physiotherapy
501 Waverley Road
Mount Waverley 3149 Victoria
P: 98038422 F: 98868156
E: office@activephysiotherapy.com.au

W: www.activephysiotherapy.com.au