The GLAiD program for managing hip and knee osteoarthritis was developed in Denmark and evidence-based research showed its success as a first line approach to managing osteoarthritis. The program has spread over the World, including Canada, where it is coordinated under Bone and Joint Canada.
The three components of the program are education about osteoarthritis, weight control and active exercises taught at Annex Clinic or virtually over six weeks. The exercises use elastic resistance bands and steps which are easily adapted to be continued at home after the program for maintenance of the hip and knee osteoarthritis. The aim is to decrease the joint pain, increase function and strength, decrease fatigue from the condition and
overall increase daily quality of life.