{"id":6719,"date":"2021-11-08T14:38:22","date_gmt":"2021-11-08T21:38:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/?page_id=6719"},"modified":"2022-10-25T14:35:51","modified_gmt":"2022-10-25T20:35:51","slug":"clinician-exercise","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinician-exercise\/","title":{"rendered":"Clinician Standards: 5. Exercise &#038; Physical Activity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#c7c89b&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||20px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text module_class=&#8221;heading&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Source Sans Pro|600||on|||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;40px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1em&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;Source Sans Pro|600|||||||&#8221; header_2_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#ffc212&#8243; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; text_line_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_line_height_phone=&#8221;1em&#8221; text_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Core Treatment 2: Exercise &amp; Physical Activity[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Source Sans Pro|600||on|||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1em&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;38px&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;Source Sans Pro|600|||||||&#8221; header_2_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#ffc212&#8243; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>STANDARD 5<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||20px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Individualized exercise and physical activity programs should be integrated into the care plan for people with osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip or knee. Individualized programs provide support and information on progressive exercises and how to modify those activities as symptoms change. These programs focus on improving strength, endurance and function which will help support regular movement and improve overall health. Use of shared decision-making techniques will ensure the individual\u2019s priorities, values and preferences are considered when setting their wellness goals.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;on|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#c7c89b&#8221; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; background_size=&#8221;contain&#8221; background_position=&#8221;center_left&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-12px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;-12px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||33px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/line-1.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;line (1)&#8221; 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header_2_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_2_text_color=&#8221;#ffc212&#8243; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"overview\">OVERVIEW<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<strong>Key Messages for Exercise &amp; Physical Activity<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Individuals with OA often experience weakness in lower extremities which may lead to functional and mobility decline over time \u2013 a sedentary lifestyle is a major risk factor of OA as it aggravates symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Regular exercise and physical activity should be built into a care plan using shared decision making to select treatments that suit the goals and baseline fitness of the individual<\/li>\n<li>Most recommended exercises and physical activities for hip and knee OA target lower extremities, including trunk\/core, gluteal, quadriceps, hamstring, and calf muscles<\/li>\n<li>Prescribed movement can be suggested as independent work, or as a part of joining structured programs, and when safe the individual can gradually progress the intensity, frequency, and duration over time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>KEY RESOURCES<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"fix\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2_SDM-Toolkit.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shared Decision-Making Toolkit <\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-oa-self-management-toolkit-2\">OA Self Management Toolkit<\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/4_Sample-Resource-Inventory.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SAMPLE Resource Inventory<\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/5_Resource-Inventory-TEMPLATE.docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TEMPLATE Resource Inventory <\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/6_NEW-FORM-Care-Plan-Documentation.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FORM to Document\/Modify a Care Plan for Management of OA <\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/7_Tables-of-Examples-for-the-Treatments-Toolbox-5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tables of Examples for the Treatment Toolbox <\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.albertahealthservices.ca\/info\/Page16720.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Health Change Methodology <\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-alberta-referral-directory\">Alberta Referral Directory<\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinician-resources\/\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>View All Resources<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinicians-reference-5\/\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>View References<\/strong><\/a>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; 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_module_preset=&#8221;46786535-2f5d-4ee1-8e00-c908da837293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<a href=\"#introduction\">Introduction<\/a>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;46786535-2f5d-4ee1-8e00-c908da837293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<a href=\"#prescription\">Prescribing movement<\/a>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"introduction\" class=\"background1\">\n<h1 class=\"heading\">INTRODUCTION<\/h1>\n<p>Individuals with osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip or knee often experience weakness in their lower extremities<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>1,2<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>1<\/sup>de Zwart AH, Dekker J, Lems WF, Roorda LD, Van Der Esch M, Van Der Leeden M.\u202fFactors associated with upper leg muscle strength in knee osteoarthritis: A scoping review. Journal of rehabilitation medicine. 2018;50(2):140-50.<br \/><sup>2<\/sup>\u00d8iestad BE, Juhl CB, Eitzen I, Thorlund JB. Knee extensor muscle weakness is a risk factor for development of knee osteoarthritis. A systematic review and meta-analysis. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage. 2015;23(2):171-7. <\/span><\/span> which, combined with poor neuromuscular function, may lead to functional and mobility decline over time. A sedentary lifestyle is one of the major risk factors of OA as it aggravates symptoms and contributes to a lower quality of life.<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>3<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>3<\/sup>Musumeci G, Aiello FC, Szychlinska MA, Di Rosa M, Castrogiovanni P, Mobasheri A. Osteoarthritis in the XXIst century: Risk factors and behaviours that influence disease onset and progression. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2015;16(3):6093-112.<\/span><\/span> Physical deconditioning due to inactivity not only exacerbates symptoms but can also negatively impact overall health.<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>1,4<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>1<\/sup>de Zwart AH, Dekker J, Lems WF, Roorda LD, Van Der Esch M, Van Der Leeden M.\u202fFactors associated with upper leg muscle strength in knee osteoarthritis: A scoping review. Journal of rehabilitation medicine. 2018;50(2):140-50.<br \/><sup>4<\/sup>Bowden JL, Hunter DJ, Deveza LA, Duong V, Dziedzic KS, Allen KD, et al. Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: Efficacy and models for implementation. Nature Reviews Rheumatology. 2020;16(8):434-47. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Regular exercise and physical activity are among the most effective conservative treatments to improve symptoms and maintain physical fitness in people with OA of the hip or knee<\/strong>.<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>4,5<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>4<\/sup>Bowden JL, Hunter DJ, Deveza LA, Duong V, Dziedzic KS, Allen KD, et al. Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: Efficacy and models for implementation. Nature Reviews Rheumatology. 2020;16(8):434-47.<br \/><sup>5<\/sup>Rice D, McNair P, Huysmans E, Letzen J, Finan P. Best evidence rehabilitation for chronic pain part 5: Osteoarthritis. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2019;8(11):1769. <\/span><\/span> Exercise and physical activity are related but not equal and have a variety of benefits and components (see below).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-self-management\">Self-management strategies<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinician-tailoring-treatments\/\" class=\"in-text\">(Standard 3)<\/a> should be discussed in conjunction with introduction of exercise prescription and physical activity programs. If the individual with OA gains confidence in understanding their body and options for modifying their exercises and physical activities, they will be better able to safely exercise and carry out their day-to-day activities.<\/p>\n<h4>Understanding Prescribed Exercise vs. Physical Activity<\/h4>\n<div class=\"table-row header\">\n<div class=\"col-50\">\n<h5>Prescribed Exercise<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50\">\n<h5>Physical Activity<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Defining Features<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Purposeful movements<\/li>\n<li>Targeted to specific body parts<\/li>\n<li>Structured movements<\/li>\n<li>Repetitive movements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Any leisurely action or task performed in everyday environments<\/li>\n<li>Encourages movement of all body parts<\/li>\n<li>For improving overall health and wellness<\/li>\n<li>No structure<\/li>\n<li>Not targeted<\/li>\n<li>Not purposefully repetitive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Examples<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>6 week arthritis pool therapy program<\/li>\n<li>GLA:D\u00ae program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Gardening<\/li>\n<li>Walking to the store<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Benefits<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Helps reduce OA symptoms including severity of pain and mobility restrictions<\/li>\n<li>Reduce medication dependency<\/li>\n<li>Improve mental health and cognitive function<\/li>\n<li>Protects joints from further deterioration<\/li>\n<li>Weight bearing exercise can significantly improve the health of the cartilage of the affected joint<\/li>\n<li>Some structured programs will allow for individual self-referral<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Self-select and self-modify readily<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Prescriptions should include<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Education on safe practices<\/li>\n<li>Steps for improving levels of exercise and physical activity<\/li>\n<li>Support to lead an active lifestyle<\/li>\n<li>Education to understanding the specific exercises and why they were chosen<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Education on how physical activity impacts joint pain, particularly impact vs. non-impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Prescriptions may include<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Range of motion<\/li>\n<li>Targeted muscle strengthening<\/li>\n<li>Neuromuscular training<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-safely-gradually\">Aerobic exercises<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Activities that help to increase heart rate and level of exertion. This can include:\n<ul style=\"list-style: circle;\">\n<li>Moderate activities<\/li>\n<li>Vigorous activities when safe to do so.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"prescription\" class=\"background2\">\n<h1 class=\"heading\">PRESCRIBING MOVEMENT<\/h1>\n<p>During care planning with an individual, the Primary Clinician should offer options for exercise and physical activity to address strength and flexibility, in balance with cardiovascular fitness. Alternatively, depending on the scope of the Primary Clinician\u2019s expertise, they can refer to <a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-referral-between-clinicians\">other clinicians<\/a>, in particular those qualified and experienced in prescribed exercise to develop a targeted exercise program. Most recommended exercises and physical activities for hip and knee OA target lower extremities, including trunk\/core, gluteal, quadriceps, hamstring, and calf muscles.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to use <a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-shared-decision-making\">shared decision-making techniques<\/a> to build movement into a care plan. If the individual is choosing exercise and activity they are interested in, they will be more likely to enjoy and complete them. A well-rounded movement plan:<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>4,6<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>4<\/sup>Bowden JL, Hunter DJ, Deveza LA, Duong V, Dziedzic KS, Allen KD, et al. Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: Efficacy and models for implementation. Nature Reviews Rheumatology. 2020;16(8):434-47.<br \/>\n<sup>6<\/sup>Holden MA, Button K, Collins NJ, Henrotin Y, Hinman RS, Larsen JB, et al. Guidance for implementing best practice therapeutic exercise for people with knee and hip osteoarthritis: what does the current evidence base tell us? Arthritis Care &amp; Research. 2020;Accepted for publication.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"nest\">\n<li>Accommodates for the individual\u2019s baseline wellness;<\/li>\n<li>Addresses the individual\u2019s:\n<ul style=\"list-style: circle;\">\n<li>Needs<\/li>\n<li>Goals<\/li>\n<li>Symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Socioeconomic status<\/li>\n<li>Preferences and<\/li>\n<li>Values<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Has a preliminary plan for progression<\/li>\n<li>Collects outcome measures<\/li>\n<li>And incorporates:\n<ul style=\"list-style: circle;\">\n<li>Daily movement goals (see below)<\/li>\n<li>Education on safe practices:\n<ul style=\"list-style: square;\">\n<li>Recovery strategies<\/li>\n<li>Pain tracking and managing strategies<\/li>\n<li>Pacing and modification strategies and<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Strategies to improve motivation to maintain an active lifestyle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">Prescribed movement can be suggested as independent work for the individual or as part of joining structured programs. The Tables of Examples for the Conservative OA Treatments provides a variety of categorized examples of independent or structured programs. Structured programs may be offered on-site or virtually, with individual supervision or in a group setting. Note that structured programs may incur costs. The individual\u2019s socioeconomic status should be considered before selecting treatment options.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, work with the individual with OA to <a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-safely-gradually\">safely and gradually progress the intensity<\/a>, frequency and duration of an exercise or physical activity. Build relationships with the community-based exercise program providers in the area to ensure individuals with OA are directed to the program that is most applicable to their needs.<\/p>\n<h4>Movement Target<\/h4>\n<p>With clinician approval for medical safety a target of 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic movement per week is recommended<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>7,8<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>7<\/sup>Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. Canadian 24-hour movement guidelines: An integration of physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep Ottawa, Ontario: Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology; 2021 [Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/csepguidelines.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/csepguidelines.ca\/<\/a>].<br \/>\n<sup>8<\/sup>World Health Organization. WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behavior. Geneva; 2020. <\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-row header\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Moderate Movement<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Vigorous Movement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"column\">Description<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Individuals can carry a conversation while performing these movements.<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Individuals would feel a little out of breath during conversation while performing these movements.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"column\">Examples<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">i.e. Brisk walking, biking, household chores, yard work and dancing.<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">i.e. Faster-paced walking, biking uphill and swimming.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; module_class=&#8221;mob&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;7edfcb3f-f900-45e5-aca9-ee6492dc7b76&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;display:none;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;on&#8221;][\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;INTRODUCTION&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]\tIndividuals with osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip or knee often experience weakness in their lower extremities<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>1,2<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>1<\/sup>de Zwart AH, Dekker J, Lems WF, Roorda LD, Van Der Esch M, Van Der Leeden M.\u202fFactors associated with upper leg muscle strength in knee osteoarthritis: A scoping review. Journal of rehabilitation medicine. 2018;50(2):140-50.<br \/>\n\t<sup>2<\/sup>\u00d8iestad BE, Juhl CB, Eitzen I, Thorlund JB. Knee extensor muscle weakness is a risk factor for development of knee osteoarthritis. A systematic review and meta-analysis. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage. 2015;23(2):171-7. <\/span><\/span> which, combined with poor neuromuscular function, may lead to functional and mobility decline over time. A sedentary lifestyle is one of the major risk factors of OA as it aggravates symptoms and contributes to a lower quality of life.<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>3<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>3<\/sup>Musumeci G, Aiello FC, Szychlinska MA, Di Rosa M, Castrogiovanni P, Mobasheri A. Osteoarthritis in the XXIst century: Risk factors and behaviours that influence disease onset and progression. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2015;16(3):6093-112.<\/span><\/span> Physical deconditioning due to inactivity not only exacerbates symptoms but can also negatively impact overall health.<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>1,4<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>1<\/sup>de Zwart AH, Dekker J, Lems WF, Roorda LD, Van Der Esch M, Van Der Leeden M.\u202fFactors associated with upper leg muscle strength in knee osteoarthritis: A scoping review. Journal of rehabilitation medicine. 2018;50(2):140-50.<br \/>\n\t<sup>4<\/sup>Bowden JL, Hunter DJ, Deveza LA, Duong V, Dziedzic KS, Allen KD, et al. Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: Efficacy and models for implementation. Nature Reviews Rheumatology. 2020;16(8):434-47. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\t<strong>Regular exercise and physical activity are among the most effective conservative treatments to improve symptoms and maintain physical fitness in people with OA of the hip or knee<\/strong>.<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>4,5<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>4<\/sup>Bowden JL, Hunter DJ, Deveza LA, Duong V, Dziedzic KS, Allen KD, et al. Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: Efficacy and models for implementation. Nature Reviews Rheumatology. 2020;16(8):434-47.<br \/>\n\t<sup>5<\/sup>Rice D, McNair P, Huysmans E, Letzen J, Finan P. Best evidence rehabilitation for chronic pain part 5: Osteoarthritis. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2019;8(11):1769. <\/span><\/span> Exercise and physical activity are related but not equal and have a variety of benefits and components (see below).<\/p>\n<p>\t<a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-self-management\">Self-management strategies<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinician-tailoring-treatments\/\" class=\"in-text\">(Standard 3)<\/a> should be discussed in conjunction with introduction of exercise prescription and physical activity programs. If the individual with OA gains confidence in understanding their body and options for modifying their exercises and physical activities, they will be better able to safely exercise and carry out their day-to-day activities.<\/p>\n<h4>Understanding Prescribed Exercise vs. Physical Activity<\/h4>\n<div class=\"table-row header\">\n<div class=\"col-50\">\n<h5>Prescribed Exercise<\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50\">\n<h5>Physical Activity<\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Defining Features<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Purposeful movements<\/li>\n<li>Targeted to specific body parts<\/li>\n<li>Structured movements<\/li>\n<li>Repetitive movements<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Any leisurely action or task performed in everyday environments<\/li>\n<li>Encourages movement of all body parts<\/li>\n<li>For improving overall health and wellness<\/li>\n<li>No structure<\/li>\n<li>Not targeted<\/li>\n<li>Not purposefully repetitive<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Examples<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>6 week arthritis pool therapy program<\/li>\n<li>GLA:D\u00ae program<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Gardening<\/li>\n<li>Walking to the store<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Benefits<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Helps reduce OA symptoms including severity of pain and mobility restrictions<\/li>\n<li>Reduce medication dependency<\/li>\n<li>Improve mental health and cognitive function<\/li>\n<li>Protects joints from further deterioration<\/li>\n<li>Weight bearing exercise can significantly improve the health of the cartilage of the affected joint<\/li>\n<li>Some structured programs will allow for individual self-referral<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Self-select and self-modify readily<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Prescriptions should include<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Education on safe practices<\/li>\n<li>Steps for improving levels of exercise and physical activity<\/li>\n<li>Support to lead an active lifestyle<\/li>\n<li>Education to understanding the specific exercises and why they were chosen<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Education on how physical activity impacts joint pain, particularly impact vs. non-impact<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"col-100-center\">Prescriptions may include<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Range of motion<\/li>\n<li>Targeted muscle strengthening<\/li>\n<li>Neuromuscular training<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-safely-gradually\">Aerobic exercises<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Activities that help to increase heart rate and level of exertion. This can include:\n<ul style=\"list-style: circle;\">\n<li>Moderate activities<\/li>\n<li>Vigorous activities when safe to do so.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;PRESCRIBING MOVEMENT&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]During care planning with an individual, the Primary Clinician should offer options for exercise and physical activity to address strength and flexibility, in balance with cardiovascular fitness. Alternatively, depending on the scope of the Primary Clinician\u2019s expertise, they can refer to <a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-referral-between-clinicians\">other clinicians<\/a>, in particular those qualified and experienced in prescribed exercise to develop a targeted exercise program. Most recommended exercises and physical activities for hip and knee OA target lower extremities, including trunk\/core, gluteal, quadriceps, hamstring, and calf muscles.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to use <a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-shared-decision-making\">shared decision-making techniques<\/a> to build movement into a care plan. If the individual is choosing exercise and activity they are interested in, they will be more likely to enjoy and complete them. A well-rounded movement plan:<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>4,6<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>4<\/sup>Bowden JL, Hunter DJ, Deveza LA, Duong V, Dziedzic KS, Allen KD, et al. Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: Efficacy and models for implementation. Nature Reviews Rheumatology. 2020;16(8):434-47.<br \/>\n<sup>6<\/sup>Holden MA, Button K, Collins NJ, Henrotin Y, Hinman RS, Larsen JB, et al. Guidance for implementing best practice therapeutic exercise for people with knee and hip osteoarthritis: what does the current evidence base tell us? Arthritis Care &amp; Research. 2020;Accepted for publication.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"nest\">\n<li>Accommodates for the individual\u2019s baseline wellness;<\/li>\n<li>Addresses the individual\u2019s:\n<ul style=\"list-style: circle;\">\n<li>Needs<\/li>\n<li>Goals<\/li>\n<li>Symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Socioeconomic status<\/li>\n<li>Preferences and<\/li>\n<li>Values<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Has a preliminary plan for progression<\/li>\n<li>Collects outcome measures<\/li>\n<li>And incorporates:\n<ul style=\"list-style: circle;\">\n<li>Daily movement goals (see below)<\/li>\n<li>Education on safe practices:\n<ul style=\"list-style: square;\">\n<li>Recovery strategies<\/li>\n<li>Pain tracking and managing strategies<\/li>\n<li>Pacing and modification strategies and<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Strategies to improve motivation to maintain an active lifestyle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 15px;\">Prescribed movement can be suggested as independent work for the individual or as part of joining structured programs. The Tables of Examples for the Conservative OA Treatments provides a variety of categorized examples of independent or structured programs. Structured programs may be offered on-site or virtually, with individual supervision or in a group setting. Note that structured programs may incur costs. The individual\u2019s socioeconomic status should be considered before selecting treatment options.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, work with the individual with OA to <a href=\"#\" class=\"learn-more learn-more-safely-gradually\">safely and gradually progress the intensity<\/a>, frequency and duration of an exercise or physical activity. Build relationships with the community-based exercise program providers in the area to ensure individuals with OA are directed to the program that is most applicable to their needs.<\/p>\n<h4>Movement Target<\/h4>\n<p>With clinician approval for medical safety a target of 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic movement per week is recommended<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>7,8<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>7<\/sup>Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. Canadian 24-hour movement guidelines: An integration of physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep Ottawa, Ontario: Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology; 2021 [Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/csepguidelines.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/csepguidelines.ca\/<\/a>].<br \/>\n<sup>8<\/sup>World Health Organization. WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behavior. Geneva; 2020. <\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-row header\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Moderate Movement<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Vigorous Movement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"column\">Description<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Individuals can carry a conversation while performing these movements.<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">Individuals would feel a little out of breath during conversation while performing these movements.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row subheader\">\n<div class=\"column\">Examples<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">i.e. Brisk walking, biking, household chores, yard work and dancing.<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50 col-border-1\">i.e. Faster-paced walking, biking uphill and swimming.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<a class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_button_0 stickyMenu floating et_pb_bg_layout_light\" href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinician-weight-management\/\" data-icon=\"=\"><span>VIEW NEXT<\/span><\/a>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"bookmark\">\n<div id=\"ribbon\"><span id=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/0-clinician-toolkit-introduction\/\">CLINICIANS<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;2560px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][el_modal_popup modal_id=&#8221;learn-more-referral-between-clinicians&#8221; trigger_element_type=&#8221;element_class&#8221; trigger_element_class=&#8221;learn-more-referral-between-clinicians&#8221; modal_title=&#8221;Referral Between Clinicians &#8221; show_footer=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;0e4bb1fa-d312-42c0-b873-269eda7f61b5&#8243; modal_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; global_module=&#8221;10005&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"modal-container\">\n<p>The following matrix is provided to guide clinicians on referrals and building a multi-disciplinary team of support for an individual with osteoarthritis (OA). Some supporting clinicians will work in a dedicated team at the same centre as a Primary Clinician, other supporting clinicians will work at separate organizations in the community.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background-color: #fff;\">\u00a0<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"9\">Category of OA Treatments<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Discipline that may offer the treatment<\/th>\n<th>Education<\/th>\n<th>Exercise and Physical Activity<\/th>\n<th>Weight Management<\/th>\n<th>Supports (Walking and Environmental<\/th>\n<th>Cognitive Behavioural Therapy<\/th>\n<th>Inter-disciplinary Self-Management Programs<\/th>\n<th>Non-prescription Pharma Treatments<\/th>\n<th>Prescription Pharma Treatments<\/th>\n<th>Intra-articular Injections<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Family Physicians<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X*<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nurses<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physiotherapists<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X*<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>Restricted<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Occupational Therapists<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X*<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kinesiologists<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Exercise Physiologists<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Radiologists<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rheumatologists<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physiatrists<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chiropractors<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Orthopaedic Surgeons<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pharmacist<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Registered Dietitians<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Counsellors<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Psychiatrists<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Psychologists\/Mental Health Therapists<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Podiatrists<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pedorthists<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>X<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: The method of delivery of conservative OA treatments can vary between disciplines, between practices and between communities. Clinicians should talk with their individual with OA to make sure the referral will be the right fit for the individual.*Note: Clinicians can offer these services with the applicable training.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/el_modal_popup][el_modal_popup modal_id=&#8221;learn-more-safely-gradually&#8221; trigger_element_type=&#8221;element_class&#8221; trigger_element_class=&#8221;learn-more-safely-gradually&#8221; modal_title=&#8221;Components of Prescribed Exercise Programs&#8221; show_footer=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;0e4bb1fa-d312-42c0-b873-269eda7f61b5&#8243; global_module=&#8221;10032&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"modal-container\">\n<p>Prescribed exercise programs that are designed to target muscles related to supporting the affected hip and knee joint may include:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Range of Motion:<\/span> Moving the joint to its full range will improve joint health and mobility, muscle action and relaxation. Best performed when muscles and joints are warmed up, i.e. after activity such as walking or cycling.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Targeted Muscle Strengthening:<\/span> Includes weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing exercises to strengthen the specific muscles supporting the affected joints as well as strengthen the core muscles. This will improve function, balance and reduce the risk of injury. Stronger muscles around your joints can help stabilize the joint and slow changes to the bone and cartilage.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Neuromuscular Training:<\/span> Coordinated muscle movements to improve strength, balance, agility, neuromuscular control and appropriately apply load on joints.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Aerobic Exercises:<\/span> Cardiovascular exercises that vary in intensity but performed in longer duration. Over time, it can improve endurance, energy and general physical and mental wellness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/el_modal_popup][el_modal_popup modal_id=&#8221;learn-more-shared-decision-making&#8221; trigger_element_type=&#8221;element_class&#8221; trigger_element_class=&#8221;learn-more-shared-decision-making&#8221; close_on_esc=&#8221;on&#8221; modal_title=&#8221;Shared Decision Making&#8221; show_footer=&#8221;off&#8221; disable_website_scroll=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;0e4bb1fa-d312-42c0-b873-269eda7f61b5&#8243; modal_title_text_font_size=&#8221;23px&#8221; modal_title_text_letter_spacing=&#8221;1px&#8221; modal_title_text_line_height=&#8221;1em&#8221; modal_width_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; modal_width_phone=&#8221;&#8221; modal_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; border_radii_modal=&#8221;on|3px|3px|3px|3px&#8221; border_width_all_modal=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_all_modal=&#8221;#515151&#8243; box_shadow_style_trigger_element=&#8221;preset4&#8243; global_module=&#8221;6834&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; max_width__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"modal-container\"><div id=\"attachment_4837\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4837\" class=\"wp-image-4837 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/shared-decision-making-300x168.png\" alt=\"Shared decision making\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4837\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The inter-twining principles that ground the Comprehensive Quality Care Standards for Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee.<\/p><\/div><\/p>\n<p>Shared decision-making (SDM) techniques and processes are emphasized throughout these standards. The use of SDM is essential to achieving \u2018family and patient-centric\u2019 care. SDM is evidence-based and proven to improve outcomes for the individual such as satisfaction with and adherence to care plans.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"in-text\" href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinician-care-plan\/\">Standard 2<\/a> describes how sharing the decision making is important for building a care plan. <a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2_SDM-Toolkit-3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This toolkit<\/a> <a class=\"in-text\" href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/3_OA-Self-Management-Toolkit.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This toolkit<\/a> provides more detail on the 3-talk model that can be used to practice SDM in everyday practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/el_modal_popup][el_modal_popup modal_id=&#8221;learn-more-alberta-referral-directory&#8221; trigger_element_type=&#8221;element_class&#8221; trigger_element_class=&#8221;learn-more-alberta-referral-directory&#8221; close_on_esc=&#8221;on&#8221; modal_title=&#8221;Alberta Referral Directory&#8221; show_footer=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;0e4bb1fa-d312-42c0-b873-269eda7f61b5&#8243; global_module=&#8221;9824&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"modal-container\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/albertareferraldirectory.ca\/PublicSearchController?direct=displaySpecialistSearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alberta Referral Directory<\/a> to assist with:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul class=\"fix\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Identifying diagnostic imaging locations<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Orthopaedic surgery referral requirements to the Alberta Hip and Knee Program (if appropriate)<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Designing a local Resource Inventory and keeping it up to date<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Referral to other clinicians<br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/el_modal_popup][el_modal_popup modal_id=&#8221;learn-more-oa-self-management-toolkit-2&#8243; trigger_element_type=&#8221;element_class&#8221; trigger_element_class=&#8221;learn-more-oa-self-management-toolkit-2&#8243; close_on_esc=&#8221;on&#8221; modal_title=&#8221;OA Self Management Toolkit&#8221; show_footer=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;9827&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"modal-container\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/3b_OA-Self-Management-Toolkit-Treatment-Menu.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OA Self Management Toolkit<\/a>, Includes:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/3_OA-Self-Management-Toolkit-3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OA Self Management Toolkit<\/a>, Includes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"fix\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/3a_OA-Self-Management-Toolkit-Report-Card.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Report Card <\/a><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/1b_OA-Self-Management-Toolkit-Treatment-Menu.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Treatment Menu<\/a><br \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/el_modal_popup][el_modal_popup modal_id=&#8221;learn-more-self-management&#8221; trigger_element_type=&#8221;element_class&#8221; trigger_element_class=&#8221;learn-more-self-management&#8221; close_on_esc=&#8221;on&#8221; modal_title=&#8221;Self-Management&#8221; show_footer=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;0e4bb1fa-d312-42c0-b873-269eda7f61b5&#8243; global_module=&#8221;9850&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"modal-container\">\n<p>Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive disease with no cure. Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) and Patient and Community Engagement Research (PaCER) findings have concluded that the individual needs to have control of their care journey. The individual lives with their evolving disease every day, while the clinicians only provide support for short periods of time or short interactions<span class=\"tooltips\"><sup>13<\/sup><span class=\"tooltiptext\"><sup>13<\/sup>Not available.<\/span><\/span>. Throughout these nine standards, the principles of self-management are reinforced. Confidence in self-management can be supported by employing \u2018family and patient-centred care\u2019 principles using shared decision-making techniques.<\/p>\n<p>All the processes and strategies described in these standards focus on empowering the individual to gain knowledge and to make choices for their OA journey based on that expanding knowledge. The principles of self-management are crucial to day-to-day symptom management. Symptoms of OA can flare up without explanation and the empowered, engaged and educated individual will be able to take action when this occurs.<\/p>\n<p>As care progresses, every clinician should support the individual to gain confidence in applying their expanding OA knowledge to make treatment and self-management choices. Self-management strategies for OA include:<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-row\">\n<div class=\"col-50\">\n<ul>\n<li>Priority and goal setting<\/li>\n<li>Self-evaluation<\/li>\n<li>Problem-solving<\/li>\n<li>Mental health management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-50\">\n<ul class=\"nest\">\n<li>Symptom management:\n<ul>\n<li>Thermotherapies<\/li>\n<li>Activity self-selection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Seeking clinician appointments as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>More detail is provided in <a href=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/clinician-adjunct\/\" class=\"in-text\">Standard 7<\/a> for those individuals who want to build more confidence in self-management techniques.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/toolkit.albertaboneandjoint.com\/osteoarthritis\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-23.png\" width=\"322\" height=\"476\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7329 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/el_modal_popup][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Core Treatment 2: Exercise &amp; Physical ActivitySTANDARD 5Individualized exercise and physical activity programs should be integrated into the care plan for people with osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip or knee. Individualized programs provide support and information on progressive exercises and how to modify those activities as symptoms change. 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