Do you have knee or hip pain? ESCAPE-pain is an education and exercise programme for people with chronic joint pain or osteoarthritis.
ESCAPE-pain is an education and exercise programme for people with chronic joint pain or osteoarthritis.
Sometimes called the 'knee or hip class', ESCAPE-pain is a rehabilitation programme designed to reduce pain and disability for people who:
- Are typically over 45 years of age
- Knee and/or hip Osteoarthritis or
- Knee and/or hip pain for at least 3 months
"I have benefited 100% from the class. My knee is much improved and I have a training programme to help me with the rest of my life." Michael, ESCAPE-pain participant.
What will I get from attending ESCAPE-pain?
Information, advice and support from a Physiotherapist or exercise professional to help better manage your chronic joint pain and lead a more active life.
A group exercise programme tailored to your individual needs and a chance to socialise with and learn from other people living with arthritis.
How does the programme work?
You will attend two classes a week for 6 weeks, for a total of 12 classes. Each class starts with a brief (20 minutes) discussion around a set theme, (i.e. pain; what it is, simple ways to reduce it using heat, ice or rest-activity cycling). This is then followed by 40 minutes of a circuit type exercise programme.
It is important to commit to attending all 12 of the sessions in order to gain the benefits of the programme.
How do I sign up?
Please complete the form below to be added to our wait list and informed when new courses are released. You can contact us on 01509 634673 or email us on active.charnwood@charnwood.gov.uk for more information or if you have any questions.
