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GLA:D Canada Program for Osteoarthritis

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EVIDENCE-BASED OSTEOARTHRITIS CARE

What Is the GLA:D Canada Program?

At Atlas Spine Clinic, one of our special programs is the GLA:D Canada Program for Osteoarthritis, led by our certified practitioners in both group and one-on-one sessions. It is an exercise program based on the latest research, designed to help you manage your osteoarthritis symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Osteoarthritis is a common joint condition that can make your joints hurt, feel stiff, and limit how easily you can move. The program focuses on three things: learning, moving, and taking care of yourself. No matter your age or fitness level, it can be adjusted just for you, and you can choose group or one-on-one sessions.

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"I am so pleased to have Dr. Arvin as my first ever Chiropractor. I had lower back and neck pain when I was referred to Dr. Arvin Sepahdoost by my family physician. Since being treated by him, I have had no pain neither in my back nor my neck."
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"Dr. Arvin Sepahdoost helped me with my right knee and low back pain. As an electrician, I am facing different kinds of impacts on my body everyday. Through different techniques, manual massage of joints and tissues, electro acupuncture, etc., Dr. Arvin improved the situation with my problematic body parts. My biggest recommendation to everyone!"
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"I have received treatments from Dr Arvin (Chiro) and Dr Farshad (Acupuncture). The level of service and expertise is high and consistent across this clinic. They are always looking to address the source of discomfort/pain rather than giving generic treatments. The staff are very friendly and professional. The facility is very clean and inviting."
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"I recently visited Atlas Spine Clinic for persistent feet pain, and I couldn't be more pleased with the care I received. Dr. Arvin provided expert treatment that significantly alleviated my discomfort. The physiotherapist's hands-on approach was not only highly effective but also incredibly soothing, helping to reduce pain and improve my mobility. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Atlas Spine."
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Benefits of the GLA:D Canada Program

A complete, research-based way to deal with osteoarthritis and improve your life.

Less Pain

Exercises make your muscles stronger and more flexible and help you maintain good posture, which can reduce pain.

Better Function

As your strength, flexibility, and balance improve, you can move better and do daily tasks more easily.

Slows Osteoarthritis

Studies show exercise can slow the worsening of osteoarthritis, protecting your quality of life.

Less Pain Medication

By reducing pain and improving function, the program may mean you need fewer pain medications.

Customized for You

Designed to fit your needs and abilities, so you get the right care for you.

Supportive Group

You do the program with others, which is encouraging and motivating, sharing experiences and successes.

How the Program Works

Education, You learn what causes osteoarthritis, how to spot its symptoms, and ways to reduce pain and move better.

Exercise, Neuromuscular exercises make your muscles stronger, your body more flexible, and your balance better.

Self-Management, You learn to take an active role in your health: keeping a healthy weight, staying active, and practising the techniques you learn.

Who Can Benefit?

The program is designed for a wide range of people living with osteoarthritis, including:

Early-Stage Osteoarthritis

Older Adults

Active Individuals

Sedentary People with Joint Pain

Those Seeking Non-Surgical Options

Anyone Wanting Self-Management Tools

Benefits in Simple Terms

Here are the benefits of the GLA:D Canada Program in simple terms:

Less Pain, This program’s exercises make your muscles stronger, more flexible, and help you maintain good posture, which can reduce pain.

Better Function, When your muscles, flexibility, and balance improve, you can move better and do daily tasks more easily.

Slows Osteoarthritis, Studies show that exercise can slow down the worsening of osteoarthritis, keeping your quality of life better and reducing the need for surgery.

Less Pain Meds, Because it reduces pain and improves function, the program might mean you need fewer pain medications.

Improved Life Quality, This program aims to make your overall life better. It educates you about your condition and how to manage it yourself, putting you in control.

Customized for You, It’s designed to fit your needs and abilities, so you get the right care for you.

Supportive Group, You’ll do this program with others in a group, which can be encouraging and motivating. You can share your experiences and successes with each other.

Facing Knee or Hip Osteoarthritis?

Getting started is simple. Call us or fill out our form and a member of our team will get in touch the same day. We also offer free 10-minute phone consultations to answer your questions.

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Have More Questions About the GLA:D Program? Contact Us

Book your free 15-minute consultation, ask a question, or tell us what is going on. We respond personally, usually within one business day.

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