GLA:D Program for Osteoarthritis
Peak Sports physiotherapy is experienced in working to help people with hip and knee osteoarthritis.
The outcomes of GLA:D® program the can include less pain, reduced use of joint related pain killers, and less 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.
About Peak Sports Physiotherapy GLA:D Program :
- The program runs for about 6 weeks and consists of 12 supervised exercise classes and 2 education sessions.
- The GLA:D program was created in Denmark, and research has shown that it is effective at reducing pain and improving quality of life.
How Do I Start?
To participate in the GLA:D program, you need to book an initial assessment with one of our physio’s. During this session, we will perform some outcome measures so we can measure your progress throughout the program. It also allows us to get an understanding of your goals so we can tailor the program to suit your needs.
To book an appointment, please call:
Wangaratta: (03) 5791 0300
Benalla: 03 5722 1847
To read more about the GLA:D® Program in Australia click here.
Exercise Classes
Wangaratta : (03) 5791 0300
Exercise classes run from our clinic at:
2 Green St, WANGARATTA, VIC 3677
Monday & Friday at 10.30am
Benalla : 03 5762 2283
Exercises classes are run out of:
Dynamic Fitness Studio on Nunn Street, BENALLA VIC 3672
Monday 11.00am & Friday 10.30 am
Our Services Include:
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapists are highly-trained in providing you with a comprehensive assessment and accurate diagnosis of your injury concerns. We promote an active-approach to treatment that considers your needs, to create a treatment plan that is effective and provides you with the knowledge to manage your injury into the future.
Do you suffer from:
- Lower back pain including Sciatica
- Neck pain including Whiplash
- Hip and knee Osteoarthritis
- Sports injuries
- Chronic pain
- Tendinopathies
- Stress fractures
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Headaches
- Referred pain
- TAC and Workcover injuries
Occupational Physiotherapy
Peak Sports Physiotherapy has formed ongoing relationships by working with local businesses to ensure the health and wellbeing of their employees.
We understand that work-related injuries can be stressful for both employee and employer, therefore our management is underpinned by great communication between parties to ensure an optimal recovery.
Peak Sports Physiotherapy is experienced in providing:
- Onsite physiotherapy services
- Manual handling training
- Ergonomic assessments
- Pre-Employment Screening
Running Assessments
Peak Sports Physiotherapy now offers running assessments to help you run faster, further and easier than before.
Our Running Assessments are designed to optimise your running technique. They include:
- Musculoskeletal screening to assess your strength and mobility
- Video analysis on a treadmill of your current running technique
- Individualised plan to help you achieve your running goal
They are perfect for anyone looking to improve their running efficiency, overcome an injury or simply start running for the first time.
Strength & Conditioning
Strength and conditioning can be one of the most effective ways of improving your health and staying pain-free
Peak Sports Physiotheraphy tailors personalised strength and conditioning programs to help you recover from injury and increase your physical capacity.
Our program can be tailored towards:
- improving work capacity and load tolerance
- reducing risk of injury including muscle strains, and tendinopathies
- improving running economy
- improving power output in cycling
- reducing general aches and pains and Joint stiffness
- increasing physical resilience and robustness
Our studio in Wangaratta is fitted with commercial grade equipment that will be able to challenge your current level of fitness
Post Operative Rehabilitation
Peak Sports Physiotherapy can provide tailored rehabilitation programs to help you restore strength and function following surgeries.
Home Visits
Peak Physiotherapy can perform home-visits to the surrounding area for those who are unable to or would have difficulty attending the clinic
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