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Knee/Hip Osteoarthritis Programs

A 6-week rehabilitation program designed to improve mobility, reduce pain, and help delay or avoid joint replacement.
Knee and hip osteoarthritis rehabilitation exercise focused on improving mobility and strength

Move Better, Hurt Less, Live More

This 6-week program includes two one-hour sessions per week led by a registered Kinesiologist or Athletic Therapist, combining education, movement screening, and a tailored full-body exercise plan. The goal is to improve range of motion, build strength, reduce pain, and restore function so you can enjoy daily activities and return to the sports or hobbies you love—while giving you the tools to keep progressing on your own.

How It Helps

By focusing on both guided exercise and self-management strategies, this program empowers you to move with confidence, manage osteoarthritis symptoms, and maintain independence for the long term.

Osteoarthritis Pain Management

Reduces joint discomfort through targeted exercises and pain management strategies.

Improving Mobility

Increases range of motion in the hips and knees for smoother, easier movement.

Building Strength

Strengthens muscles around the joints to improve stability and function.

Enhancing Daily Activities

Makes everyday tasks—like walking, climbing stairs, and bending—easier and less painful.

Delaying Joint Replacement

Provides an active rehabilitation option that can help postpone or avoid surgery.

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LeeAnne Gullett

LeeAnne Gullett

Chief Operating Officer
Certified Athletic Therapist
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Whitney Dikoume, Private Surgeon

Whitney Dikoume

Certified Athletic Therapist
Operations Manager
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Brandon Thome

Brandon Thome

Certified Athletic Therapist
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Frequently Asked Questions

These appoiintments can be done locally or via Telemedicine. In most cases, the only travel required is for the surgery itself.

Anything done in AB on an AB resident is available for us virtually on NetCare. Alternatively we can check if the imaging clinic has an online portal that we have access to (or can get access to). If not, we would have to arrange getting the physical images to the clinic for your surgeon to review. Two options here: You can call and request that they send them to us or that you pick them up and bring them with you to your appointment, this way tends to be a bit quicker. If we cannot do this, we would send you a consent form to grant us the ability to request them for you. Then we would wait for them in the mail.

The appointment length itself is 1hour. The duration over which the injections provide relief is variable. Research suggests pain relief lasting between six and twelve months, and 60-70% of patients experience some form of pain relief. There are still a group of patients who receive no benefit from PRP injection.

Athletic Therapists go to school exclusively for Orthopaedic evaluation, treatment and care, and are experts in the field of orthopaedics. They work both on the field providing emergency care, as well as in the clinic where they provide manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, therapeutic modalities, and pre/post-operative rehabilitation. Our Athletic Therapists work under the medical directives of our surgeons and collaborate with our Strength and Conditioning team. Difference is the focus/expertise in Orthopaedics + acute injuries.

Proper nutrition plays a key role in preparing your body for surgery and supporting a smooth, effective recovery. To help optimize your outcomes, we collaborate with registered dietitians, nutrition coaches, and also offer access to EnRoute, a curated nutritional support program. These resources ensure you receive personalized guidance on fueling your body before and after surgery for the best possible healing and results.

Still have questions?

Whether you’re curious about our surgical options, injury care, reconditioning programs, or performance training, our team is here to guide you. Reach out anytime and we’ll help you understand your options so you can take the next step with confidence.

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