Osteoarthritis Services
The team at the Glen Sather Sports Medicine Clinic have developed a number of supports and services for those suffering with osteoarthritis. Our services range from physician-led education sessions to injection therapy to physiotherapy-led exercise classes.
Please contact the clinic for additional information.
COMET (Comprehensive Osteoarthritis Management, Education and Treatment)
This free one-hour group teaching session intended for people who would like to learn more about osteoarthritis by reviewing the causes, impacts, progression evidence-based treatment options. The goal of this program is to empower patients to employ strategies to stay healthy and active, as well as to manage their symptoms as their osteoarthritis progresses.
COMET Resources
COMET Exercises for Arthritis Video Series Referral Form COMET Joint Pain PresentationGLA:D Canada Osteoarthritis Treatment Classes
For individuals who experience symptoms resulting from hip and/or knee osteoarthritis (e.g., pain, limited function, decreased quality of life), we also offer GLA:D treatment classes. Based on a successful treatment program in Denmark, the GLA:D Canada program is a nationwide evidence-based initiative that follows the current recommendations for the treatment of hip and knee osteoarthritis.