GLAD Back Program
Evidence-based education and exercise for persistent or recurrent low back pain.
The GLAD Back Program
Based on the Good Living with Osteoarthritis program in Denmark (GLAD®), GLA:D Back Canada is an evidence-based treatment program for individuals with persistent and/or recurrent back pain that is negatively impacting their quality of life.
Who Could Benefit?
Those with persistent or recurrent low back pain (3+ months)
Those whose back pain affects daily activities, work, or movement
Those hoping to reduce or avoid reliance on pain medication
What is included in the Program?
GLA:D Back is a 7-week program designed to support your recovery and movement. You'll begin with a one-on-one assessment with Morgan, where she'll review your health history, confirm your eligibility, help you set personal goals, and guide you through a movement screening. From there, the program moves into six weeks of supervised group exercise sessions, held twice a week.
Initial Assessment — movement screening, goal-setting, and baseline testing
2 Education Sessions — learn about low back pain, how to balance capacity and demand, and self-management strategies
12 Exercise Classes — twice weekly over 6 weeks, focused on mobility, strength, and movement confidence
Re-evaluation — post-program testing to measure progress and build your ongoing plan
The benefits of completing a 7 week GLAD Program can include
Reduced pain and fewer flare-ups
Greater confidence moving through daily life
Better ability to self-manage symptoms long-term
To determine if you are eligible for the GLAD Program, we encourage you to book a 45 Minute Initial Assessment with Morgan Flynn. She will take a history of your area of concern, walk you through a series of functional tests, and determine if the GLAD Program is right for you.
Form Physiotherapy is currently offering in-person GLAD group exercise classes, with a maximum of 4 people.
For further inquiries please call Form Physiotherapy at 604-708-4762 or email info@formphysiotherapy.com
Learn about the GLAD Back Program from a patient’s perspective
Resources
Excellent resources on GLAD Back and chronic low back pain can be found at:
Program Rates
45 Minute Initial Intake and Assessment: $171
Glad Classes: $75 × 14 Sessions (1 hour each) = $1050 Total
Please note that Form Physiotherapy does not currently bill directly to your extended healthcare provider. We will print you a detailed receipt after your appointment to submit to your extended health plan.