GLA:D® Program for Hip & Knee Osteoarthritis

Are you living with hip or knee osteoarthritis? You’re not alone—and there’s a proven way to take control of your symptoms and improve your quality of life. At Shyft Physiotherapy, we proudly offer the GLA:D® Canada Program, an evidence-based education and exercise program that helps you move better and feel better.

GLA:D® (Good Life with osteoArthritis in Denmark) is an internationally recognized, research-based program for individuals with hip or knee osteoarthritis. Delivered across Canada, it includes:

• Two educational sessions to help you understand OA and how to manage it
• Twelve supervised exercise sessions over six weeks
• Pre- and post-program assessments to track your progress

GLA:D® helps reduce pain, improve joint function, and build confidence in movement.

This program is ideal if you:

• Have been diagnosed with hip or knee osteoarthritis
• Experience joint pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility
• Want to avoid or delay joint replacement surgery
• Are looking for a safe, guided exercise plan tailored to your condition

You do not need a physician referral to participate.

At Shyft Physiotherapy, we focus on empowering you through education and movement. When you join our GLA:D® program, you’ll benefit from:

• Care from licensed physiotherapists certified in GLA:D®
• A supportive, small-group environment
• Personalized guidance and coaching
• Central location in London, Ontario

We’ll help you build strength, improve function, and feel confident in your daily life.

Research shows that GLA:D® participants often experience:

• Up to 32% reduction in pain
• Improved mobility and daily function
• Less reliance on medications
• Reduced need for joint surgery
• Increased self-management confidence