How It Works
What to expect
Every appointment is structured around your story. Below is how we work together to get you back to what matters.
GLA:D® Program — Hip & Knee Osteoarthritis
Hip or knee osteoarthritis slowing you down?
The GLA:D® program combines education and a structured exercise pathway to reduce pain, improve joint confidence and help you walk, climb stairs and stay active with less fear of flare-ups — delivered by GLA:D®-trained physiotherapists at our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. The program is built to bridge the gap between best-practice guidelines and real-world results.
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Benefits
Why people choose GLA:D® for hip and knee OA
Here’s what to expect from working with us — clear assessment, evidence-based treatment, and care that adapts to your goals.
Less pain, more control
GLA:D® helps you understand what’s driving your symptoms and how to improve them with safe, progressive loading and practical self-management.
Stronger legs for real life
Expect targeted strength and neuromuscular training that supports:
Walking longer without flare-ups
Stairs without dread
Getting up from chairs with confidence
Better balance and stability
Clear milestones
The program includes structured assessment and follow-up so you can measure progress and keep momentum.
Long-term confidence
You leave with a plan you can keep using well after the program ends — not just a few generic exercises.
Who It Helps
Is GLA:D® right for you?
The GLA:D® program may be a strong fit if you:
Have hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms (confirmed or suspected).
Feel stiff, achy or “rusty” after sitting or first thing in the morning.
Notice pain with stairs, longer walks, squats or getting up from low chairs.
Want a structured alternative before considering injections or surgery.
Have tried random exercises before, but not a consistent, evidence-based plan.
You don’t need to be “fit” to start. The program is scaled to your current ability and built to progress safely.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Said
Real feedback from people we’ve helped with pain, injury and movement problems across our Mernda and Reservoir clinics.
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FAQs
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MEET THE TEAM
Meet your physiotherapists
Stephanie and Mau both see patients across our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Click a card to read full bios and book direct.
Stephanie
Director & Senior Physiotherapist
Director and Senior Physiotherapist with almost a decade of experience in person-centred care — working from our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Special interests in chronic pain, sports injuries, women’s health and balance/vestibular conditions.
Mau
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist with almost 10 years across private practice, community physio and aged care. Special interests in orthopaedic rehabilitation, chronic disease management and sports injuries.
OUR CLINICS
Choose your nearest clinic
Two physiotherapy clinics in Melbourne’s north — Mernda and Reservoir — with the same team and same care standards.
MERNDA CLINIC
Physiotherapy Mernda — Radiant Care Health Clinic
Find us at 136 Schotters Rd
Our Mernda clinic on Schotters Rd — physiotherapy for Mernda, Doreen, South Morang, Mill Park, Epping and surrounds.
RESERVOIR CLINIC
Physiotherapy Reservoir — Radiant Care Health Clinic
Find us at 224A Broadway
Our Reservoir clinic on Broadway — physiotherapy for Reservoir, Preston, Thornbury, Coburg North, Bundoora, Thomastown, Lalor and surrounds.
