Every year, 4 out of 10 people experience back pain
GLAD Back is based on the latest scientific evidence. It prioritises education (knowledge and tools) and movement (exercise) to help you work towards your goals.
GLAD Back Program
GLAD Back Program is a treatment option for patients with long-term or recurrent low back pain that affects everyday life and function. The program combines both education and exercise to improve self-management skills in patients with back pain. The purpose of GLAD® BACK is to help patients manage their back pain better themselves through a well-described and structured course of treatment.
GLAD Back has the potential to positively impact patients, by encouraging easy and enjoyable exercise, as well as exploring various or different ways of moving rather than ‘moving correctly.’
This program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening and exploring various movement patterns, participants will train their bodies to move properly, prevent symptom progression and reduce pain.
What does GLAD Back Program involve?
GLAD® Back is a program that implements guideline recommendations, through standardized patient pain education and exercise therapy for people with persistent or recurrent low back pain. GLAD® Back consists of two individual pain education sessions that initiate the program, and is followed by a course of eight weeks of supervised group exercises – twice a week.
GLAD® Back is delivered at Exercise Matters by one of our certified GLAD® Back clinicians. The initial consultation forms the foundation of the GLAD program. It entails the assessment, education, and exercise plan which are then individually graduated over the course of 8 weeks. Please contact Carl at admin@exercisematters.healthcare if you have any questions or would like to book in to undertake this program.
AM I ELIGIBLE FOR ???
Can I participate in GLA:D Back?
GLAD® Back Australia is a program for all individuals 18 years of age and over who experience persistent or recurrent low back pain, for more than 3 month’s duration.
You may participate in the GLAD® Back program if you have persistent or recurrent low back pain that resulted in visiting a healthcare provider. The decision to enrol in GLAD® Back is at the discretion of the clinician in a dialogue with the patient.
You may not be able to participate in the GLAD® Back program if you:
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Have other reasons for your low back pain (for example, pregnancy, tumour, inflammatory joint disease, nerve, soft tissue or connective tissue problems)
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Have other symptoms that are more pronounced than the low back pain problems (for example, chronic generalized pain or fibromyalgia)
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Are currently participating in a supervised exercise or rehabilitation program or enrolled in another interventional clinical trial.
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Unable to understand and communicate in English.
What You Can Expect from the GLAD Back Program
The GLAD back program is all about helping you take control of your back pain in a way that feels manageable and real. Right from the start, you’ll learn what’s going on with your back and how to handle it in everyday life. The exercises are designed to suit your pace, gradually building your strength without pushing you too hard or causing more pain. What’s great is that this program focuses on movements you actually use every day, not just gym stuff, so you get stronger where it really counts. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive group that understands what you’re going through, making the journey less lonely. The GLAD back program aims to give you the tools and confidence to live with less pain and more freedom.
Still unsure? Please contact the clinic to book an assessment
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Where is your Noosaville Exercise Physiology Clinic?If you are in search of an Exercise Physiologist on the Sunshine Coast, you can find our dedicated team at Bushlands Shopping Centre. Turn right at the first roundabout on Beckmans Rd and our Exercise Physiology Clinic is located at Shop 4, 6 Swanbourne Way Noosaville. We are located inside the beautiful Noosa Mind and Body Allied Health Hub. There is plenty of parking (35 car spots). The other shops at the centre include Chada Thai, Noosaville Hair, Liquor Land, Noosaville Bakery and Cafe, and Sunshine and Co Pilates. Exercise Matters Clinic is a very short drive from Noosa and the surrounding suburbs, making it a convenient choice for anyone looking for an Exercise Physiologist on the Sunshine Coast. Book online today or contact us at 5448 3532.
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What does an Exercise Physiologist Do?Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP) are university qualified allied health professionals. An Exercise Physiologist specialises in prescribing exercise as a medicine to treat chronic health conditions and injuries. At Exercise Maters, we specalise in treating musculoskeletal and neurological issues. Exercise Matters is the premier Exercise Physiology Clinic on the Sunshine Coast. Exercise Matters is a full service Exercise Physiology clinic dedicated to providing comprehensive care for health needs and injury rehabilitation. Our team of Exercise Physiologists are experts in restoring peak physical function through exercise programmes tailored to meet each individual's needs. Servicing the Noosa and Sunshine Coast region, our Exercise Physiologists will help client understand how exercise can help them reach their goals. As an Exercise Physiologist Clinic in Noosaville, our comprehensive range of treatments includes: Chronic Back Pain: Non-specific lower back pain (chronic or recurrent); Disc Bulges; Degenerative disc disease (DDD); Facet joint syndrome; Sacroiliac joint dysfunction; Spondylolisthesis; Sciatica; Persistent pain post-spinal fusion or laminectomy; Bones: Pain following vertebral fractures; Osteoporosis, Osteopenia. Neurological: Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Functional Neurological Disorder, Muscular Dystrophy and Acquired Brain Injuries. Hip: Hip osteoarthritis, Labral tears, Gluteal tendinopathy, Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS), Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS), Trochanteric bursitis, Ischial bursitis; Piriformis syndrome (sciatic nerve compression), Pre and Post hip surgery rehab. Knee: Pre and Post Knee Surgery Rehab, Patellar tendinopathy ("jumper’s knee"), Quadriceps tendinopathy, Knee Osteoarthritis, Chondromalacia patellae; Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS), Pes anserinus bursitis, Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS or “runner’s knee”), ACL Rehab, Meniscus Rehab. Ankle: Lateral ankle sprains rehab, Achilles tendinopathy, Plantar fasciitis, Shin splints. Shoulder: Pre and Post Shoulder Surgery Rehab, Rotator Cuff tears, Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis), Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Labral Tears, AC Joint Dysfunction (Acromioclavicular Joint), Shoulder Joint Osteoarthritis. Thoracic: Postural Imbalances, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Thoracic Spine Pain, Facet Joint Dysfunction. Cervical: Cervical Spondylosis (Osteoarthritis); Cervical Radiculopathy, Tension Neck Syndrome, Cervical Stenosis, Muscle Imbalances, Cervical Facet Joint Dysfunction, Cervical Migraine. Women’s Health: Pre- and post-natal care, Pelvic floor dysfunction, Postpartum Recovery, Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS), Perimenopause, Menopause, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP), Diastasis Recti.
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How to select between a Noosa Physio and Exercise Physiologist?Physio and Exercise Physiologist's are both allied health professionals, and there is often a cross-over in the patients we treat. However, the simplest way to examine the difference is that Physio's are best for treating acute injuries and use hands-on massage as a treatment approach. If you have just injuried yourself, then a Physio is the best health professional to book in with. If you have had an issue lasting longer than 6 weeks, then an Exercise Physiologist is the best health professional to manage the issue.
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Best Massage Therapist in Noosa?As an Exercise Physiology clinic in Noosa, we don't offer massage as a treatment. Instead, we use exercise to treat & provide long-term relief from pain. We get asked daily about the best massage therapist in Noosa and the surrounding suburbs, so here are some we recommend: Felicity Broadbent (Mobile Remedial Massage Therapist) https://www.bodyhealthaustralia.com/ Kimberly Coppola: https://www.whitecoat.com.au/directory/practitioner/remedial-massage-therapist/qld/noosa-heads/ms-kimberley-coppola/149365/940 Liam Walsh https://thrivemindandbody.com.au/ Cache Carpenter https://www.thebodycarpentermassage.com/ Cam Petrie https://kneadamassagenoosa.com.au/#Home