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SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (10:30AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-1030am/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (9:00AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-900am/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 20 - March 12\, 2026 - In Person (2:30PM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-20-march-12-2026-in-person-230pm/2026-01-27/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Back - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Back Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nSPPCN is teaming up with the Alberta Back Care Pathway to offer a GLA:D™ Back Program. \nThe GLA:D™ Back program is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The purpose of GLA:D™ Back is to help patients manage their back pain themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment. \nThe program was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Southern Denmark. In Canada\, GLA:D™ Back is currently available in Alberta (GLA:D Back Alberta) under license to the University of Alberta which is responsible for the certification of GLA:D providers as well as the GLA:D Back patient registry. \nReferring to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\n\nTo refer patients to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\, physicians need to be a member of the SPPCN.\nPatients can be directly referred by their GP to SPPCN for the program stating “GLA:D Back Program” in the description.\nEligible patients will participate in a group-based program that offers:\n\nan individual assessment\n2 group education sessions\n12 guided group exercise classes\na final assessment\n\n\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ Back is a 7-week program consisting of 2 group education sessions and 12 guided group exercise classes. It is offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific criteria in order to join this group program. Talk with your physician to see if it may be right for you. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-back-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person/2026-01-26/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260126T113000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155734Z
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (10:30AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-1030am/2026-01-26/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260126T100000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155639Z
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (9:00AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-900am/2026-01-26/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260122T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155736Z
CREATED:20260108T155736Z
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 20 - March 12\, 2026 - In Person (2:30PM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-20-march-12-2026-in-person-230pm/2026-01-22/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T160022Z
CREATED:20260108T160022Z
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Back - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Back Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nSPPCN is teaming up with the Alberta Back Care Pathway to offer a GLA:D™ Back Program. \nThe GLA:D™ Back program is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The purpose of GLA:D™ Back is to help patients manage their back pain themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment. \nThe program was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Southern Denmark. In Canada\, GLA:D™ Back is currently available in Alberta (GLA:D Back Alberta) under license to the University of Alberta which is responsible for the certification of GLA:D providers as well as the GLA:D Back patient registry. \nReferring to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\n\nTo refer patients to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\, physicians need to be a member of the SPPCN.\nPatients can be directly referred by their GP to SPPCN for the program stating “GLA:D Back Program” in the description.\nEligible patients will participate in a group-based program that offers:\n\nan individual assessment\n2 group education sessions\n12 guided group exercise classes\na final assessment\n\n\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ Back is a 7-week program consisting of 2 group education sessions and 12 guided group exercise classes. It is offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific criteria in order to join this group program. Talk with your physician to see if it may be right for you. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-back-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/AdobeStock_499172460.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155734Z
CREATED:20260108T155734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155734Z
UID:10003170-1768991400-1768995000@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (10:30AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-1030am/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T100000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155639Z
CREATED:20260108T155639Z
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SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (9:00AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-900am/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260120T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155736Z
CREATED:20260108T155736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155736Z
UID:10003181-1768919400-1768923000@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 20 - March 12\, 2026 - In Person (2:30PM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-20-march-12-2026-in-person-230pm/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260119T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260119T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T160022Z
CREATED:20260108T160022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T160022Z
UID:10003197-1768833000-1768836600@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Back - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Back Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nSPPCN is teaming up with the Alberta Back Care Pathway to offer a GLA:D™ Back Program. \nThe GLA:D™ Back program is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The purpose of GLA:D™ Back is to help patients manage their back pain themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment. \nThe program was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Southern Denmark. In Canada\, GLA:D™ Back is currently available in Alberta (GLA:D Back Alberta) under license to the University of Alberta which is responsible for the certification of GLA:D providers as well as the GLA:D Back patient registry. \nReferring to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\n\nTo refer patients to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\, physicians need to be a member of the SPPCN.\nPatients can be directly referred by their GP to SPPCN for the program stating “GLA:D Back Program” in the description.\nEligible patients will participate in a group-based program that offers:\n\nan individual assessment\n2 group education sessions\n12 guided group exercise classes\na final assessment\n\n\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ Back is a 7-week program consisting of 2 group education sessions and 12 guided group exercise classes. It is offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific criteria in order to join this group program. Talk with your physician to see if it may be right for you. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-back-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/AdobeStock_499172460.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155734Z
CREATED:20260108T155734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155734Z
UID:10003169-1768818600-1768822200@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (10:30AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-1030am/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260119T100000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155639Z
CREATED:20260108T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155639Z
UID:10003155-1768813200-1768816800@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (9:00AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-900am/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260114T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T160022Z
CREATED:20260108T160022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T160022Z
UID:10003196-1768401000-1768404600@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Back - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Back Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nSPPCN is teaming up with the Alberta Back Care Pathway to offer a GLA:D™ Back Program. \nThe GLA:D™ Back program is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The purpose of GLA:D™ Back is to help patients manage their back pain themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment. \nThe program was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Southern Denmark. In Canada\, GLA:D™ Back is currently available in Alberta (GLA:D Back Alberta) under license to the University of Alberta which is responsible for the certification of GLA:D providers as well as the GLA:D Back patient registry. \nReferring to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\n\nTo refer patients to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\, physicians need to be a member of the SPPCN.\nPatients can be directly referred by their GP to SPPCN for the program stating “GLA:D Back Program” in the description.\nEligible patients will participate in a group-based program that offers:\n\nan individual assessment\n2 group education sessions\n12 guided group exercise classes\na final assessment\n\n\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ Back is a 7-week program consisting of 2 group education sessions and 12 guided group exercise classes. It is offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific criteria in order to join this group program. Talk with your physician to see if it may be right for you. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-back-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/AdobeStock_499172460.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155734Z
CREATED:20260108T155734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155734Z
UID:10003168-1768386600-1768390200@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (10:30AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-1030am/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155639Z
CREATED:20260108T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155639Z
UID:10003154-1768381200-1768384800@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (9:00AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-900am/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260112T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260112T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T160022Z
CREATED:20260108T160022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T160022Z
UID:10003195-1768228200-1768231800@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Back - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Back Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nSPPCN is teaming up with the Alberta Back Care Pathway to offer a GLA:D™ Back Program. \nThe GLA:D™ Back program is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The purpose of GLA:D™ Back is to help patients manage their back pain themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment. \nThe program was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Southern Denmark. In Canada\, GLA:D™ Back is currently available in Alberta (GLA:D Back Alberta) under license to the University of Alberta which is responsible for the certification of GLA:D providers as well as the GLA:D Back patient registry. \nReferring to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\n\nTo refer patients to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\, physicians need to be a member of the SPPCN.\nPatients can be directly referred by their GP to SPPCN for the program stating “GLA:D Back Program” in the description.\nEligible patients will participate in a group-based program that offers:\n\nan individual assessment\n2 group education sessions\n12 guided group exercise classes\na final assessment\n\n\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ Back is a 7-week program consisting of 2 group education sessions and 12 guided group exercise classes. It is offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific criteria in order to join this group program. Talk with your physician to see if it may be right for you. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-back-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/AdobeStock_499172460.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155734Z
CREATED:20260108T155734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155734Z
UID:10003167-1768213800-1768217400@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (10:30AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-1030am/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260112T100000
DTSTAMP:20260108T155639Z
CREATED:20260108T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155639Z
UID:10003153-1768208400-1768212000@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - January 12 - March 2\, 2026 - In Person (9:00AM)
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-january-12-march-2-2026-in-person-900am/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251211T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251211T153000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150729Z
CREATED:20250728T155959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150729Z
UID:10003089-1765463400-1765467000@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 21 - December 11\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-21-december-11-2025-in-person/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251209T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251209T153000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150729Z
CREATED:20250728T155959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150729Z
UID:10003088-1765290600-1765294200@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 21 - December 11\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-21-december-11-2025-in-person/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251204T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251204T153000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150729Z
CREATED:20250728T155959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150729Z
UID:10003087-1764858600-1764862200@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 21 - December 11\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-21-december-11-2025-in-person/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T153000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150559Z
CREATED:20250728T160831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150559Z
UID:10003103-1764772200-1764775800@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Back - October 20 - December 3\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Back Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nSPPCN is teaming up with the Alberta Back Care Pathway to offer a GLA:D™ Back Program. \nThe GLA:D™ Back program is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The purpose of GLA:D™ Back is to help patients manage their back pain themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment. \nThe program was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Southern Denmark. In Canada\, GLA:D™ Back is currently available in Alberta (GLA:D Back Alberta) under license to the University of Alberta which is responsible for the certification of GLA:D providers as well as the GLA:D Back patient registry. \nReferring to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\n\nTo refer patients to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\, physicians need to be a member of the SPPCN.\nPatients can be directly referred by their GP to SPPCN for the program stating “GLA:D Back Program” in the description.\nEligible patients will participate in a group-based program that offers:\n\nan individual assessment\n2 group education sessions\n12 guided group exercise classes\na final assessment\n\n\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ Back is a 7-week program consisting of 2 group education sessions and 12 guided group exercise classes. It is offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific criteria in order to join this group program. Talk with your physician to see if it may be right for you. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-back-october-20-december-3-2025-in-person/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/AdobeStock_499172460.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T113000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150801Z
CREATED:20250728T155837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150801Z
UID:10003074-1764757800-1764761400@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 20 - December 3\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-20-december-3-2025-in-person-2/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T100000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150736Z
CREATED:20250728T155725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150736Z
UID:10003060-1764752400-1764756000@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 20 – December 3\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-20-december-3-2025-in-person/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251202T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251202T153000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150729Z
CREATED:20250728T155959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150729Z
UID:10003086-1764685800-1764689400@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 21 - December 11\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-21-december-11-2025-in-person/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251201T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251201T153000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150559Z
CREATED:20250728T160831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150559Z
UID:10003102-1764599400-1764603000@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Back - October 20 - December 3\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Back Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nSPPCN is teaming up with the Alberta Back Care Pathway to offer a GLA:D™ Back Program. \nThe GLA:D™ Back program is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that negatively affects their everyday life and function. The purpose of GLA:D™ Back is to help patients manage their back pain themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment. \nThe program was developed by researchers and clinicians at the University of Southern Denmark. In Canada\, GLA:D™ Back is currently available in Alberta (GLA:D Back Alberta) under license to the University of Alberta which is responsible for the certification of GLA:D providers as well as the GLA:D Back patient registry. \nReferring to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\n\nTo refer patients to SPPCN’s GLA:D Back Program\, physicians need to be a member of the SPPCN.\nPatients can be directly referred by their GP to SPPCN for the program stating “GLA:D Back Program” in the description.\nEligible patients will participate in a group-based program that offers:\n\nan individual assessment\n2 group education sessions\n12 guided group exercise classes\na final assessment\n\n\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ Back is a 7-week program consisting of 2 group education sessions and 12 guided group exercise classes. It is offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific criteria in order to join this group program. Talk with your physician to see if it may be right for you. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-back-october-20-december-3-2025-in-person/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/AdobeStock_499172460.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251201T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251201T113000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150801Z
CREATED:20250728T155837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150801Z
UID:10003073-1764585000-1764588600@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 20 - December 3\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-20-december-3-2025-in-person-2/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251201T100000
DTSTAMP:20250808T150736Z
CREATED:20250728T155725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150736Z
UID:10003059-1764579600-1764583200@www.sherwoodparkpcn.com
SUMMARY:GLA:D Hip and Knee - October 20 – December 3\, 2025 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:The GLA:D™ Canada Program is led by our Exercise Specialists. \nGLA:D™ is a unique\, seven-week\, education and exercise program for people living with stiff and/or painful knees and/or hips\, or those with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis. Research from GLA:D™ in Denmark shows participants report less pain\, reduced use of pain killers\, fewer individuals on sick leave\, and being more physically active. \nWe’ll work with you on: \n\nimproving your knowledge of osteoarthritis\, risk factors and symptoms\ncoping with the difficulties of daily activities associated with osteoarthritis\ncontrolling your movements and proper posture\nbuilding muscular strength through functional exercises\nlearning how to apply the exercises to everyday activities\n\nOur Team Includes:\n\nyour family doctor\nour Exercise Specialists\n\nWe’ll work on:\n\neducation about osteoarthritis and the self-management of symptoms\nneuromuscular exercises that teach you how to control your movements and build muscular strength\n\nHow it works:\nGLA:D™ is a seven-week exercise-based program offered in-person at the SPPCN office in Sherwood Park. \n\n7-week program\ntwo in-person sessions each week\n\nWho is this course for?\nPatients must meet specific GLA:D™ criteria in order to join this group program. \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at 780-410-8000 so you can speak with one of our Exercise Specialists. \nAdditional Information\nAbout the GLA:D Hip and Knee program by the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: \nResearch from the GLA:D program in Canada has shown: \n\na mean 15-29% improvement in pain;\nover 30% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in activities of daily living and sports and recreation;\nover 45% of individuals experiencing a marked improvement in quality of life;\n\nOther outcomes include a reduction in pain intensity and reduced use of joint related pain killers.
URL:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/event/glad-hip-and-knee-october-20-december-3-2025-in-person/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Sherwood Park Strathcona County Primary Care Network\, 108\, 150 Broadway Crescent\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 0V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chronic Disease Management,Exercise & Healthy Movement
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.sherwoodparkpcn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/glad-healthy-movement-exercise-program-210319014645.jpeg
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