Hip and Knee Program

Our Hip and Knee Program is a 12-week program designed to help reduce hip and knee pain and improve the way a patient moves.

EVIDENCE BASED

The program has been designed from the latest hip and knee osteoarthritis research.

REDUCE PAIN

The program strengthens specific hip and knee muscles to help reduce load on the joint.

INDIVIDUALISED

The program is designed specifically for the patient. We adjust exercises every fortnight.

COST EFFECTIVE

The program is completed with Physio supervision every week for 45 minutes.

 

How does the Hip and Knee Program work?

 
 

How is the program structured?

Part 1: Assessment (1 hour)

  • The Physiotherapist will conduct a thorough examination that includes a review of your injury history and goals.

  • The Physiotherapist will perform a muscular strength and flexibility assessment:

    • This includes the use of the AxIT Force plates: This is a $16,000 piece of equipment that assists the Physiotherapist in designing a specific individualised program. Please visit https://www.strengthbynumbers.com/axitsystem for more information on this piece of equipment.

  • Based on your examination the Physiotherapist will prescribe a 12-week hip and knee program that is individualised to you and your goals.

Part 2: 1 hour Group Exercise: 45 minute appointment

  • The patient will attend the physio gym 1-2X/week and be guided through a strength and rehabilitation program in a small group of 4-5 people.

  • The program will run for 12 weeks.

  • Each fortnight the patients program is adjusted to ensure they are able to perform their program at home.

Part 3: Review and Re-Evaluate: 1 hour appt

  • To ensure your program is effective you will be re-assessed after 12 weeks. This helps the Physiotherapist explain where improvements have been made, but more importantly guide the patient in where they can progress next in their programming.

  • After each assessment you get a personalised program to help ensure you continue to work on your goals and any deficits that have been identified.