St Leonards · Physiotherapy

Knee Osteoarthritis Program

A 12-week, one-on-one exercise program led by our physiotherapist. Australian clinical guidelines recommend exercise as first-line care for knee osteoarthritis. This is that care, structured, supervised and built around your knee.

12
weeks, structured
1-on-1
with your physiotherapist
$115
60-minute assessment
$35
per program session

Is this program right for you?

Knee osteoarthritis does not have to mean giving up the things you enjoy. The program is designed for adults who have been told they have knee osteoarthritis, or who have had persistent knee pain for more than three months.

You might recognise this

  • Stairs are getting harder, especially first thing
  • You skip walks because of your knee
  • The knee stiffens after sitting
  • You were told “it’s wear and tear” and left without a plan

What the program gives you

  • A 60-minute assessment of your knee, strength and goals
  • A progressive plan built for your knee, not a generic sheet
  • Weekly supervised sessions, same physiotherapist every time
  • Strength and function tracked across the 12 weeks

Does this sound like your knee?

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The program is designed for exactly this. The next step is a 60-minute assessment with Krystal, who will look at your knee and tell you honestly whether the program suits you.

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Why exercise first? Australian clinical guidelines, including the RACGP guideline for knee osteoarthritis, recommend exercise as first-line care. In this program load is progressed gradually and kept within comfortable limits, and your plan is adjusted weekly based on how your knee responds.

How the program works

1

Assessment

60 minutes with your physiotherapist: knee, strength, movement and goals.

2

Your plan

A progressive exercise plan built for your knee.

3

Weekly sessions

One-on-one, with load progressed as your knee adapts.

4

Review

Strength and function tracked so you can see the change.

Pricing and your physiotherapist

Initial assessment (60 minutes)$115
Program sessions$35

Private health rebates may apply, depending on your extras cover. Patients with a Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan are welcome; contact the clinic to discuss. No referral or scan needed to start.

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Krystal Lam

PHYSIOTHERAPIST · BHealthSc, MPhysio

Krystal leads every assessment and session personally, so the person progressing your program is the person who assessed you on day one.

Tensegrity Sports Clinics, St Leonards.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Knee Osteoarthritis Program?

A 12-week, one-on-one exercise program for knee osteoarthritis led by a physiotherapist at Tensegrity St Leonards. It starts with a 60-minute assessment, then weekly sessions that progressively build strength around your knee.

Who is the program for?

Adults who have been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis, or who have had persistent knee pain for more than three months.

How much does the program cost?

The initial assessment (60 minutes) is $115 and program sessions are $35 each. Private health rebates may apply.

Do I need a referral?

No, you can book directly. A GP referral is only relevant if you are claiming under a Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan; contact the clinic to discuss.

Is exercise safe if I have knee osteoarthritis?

Yes, when it is prescribed and progressed appropriately. Australian clinical guidelines recommend exercise as first-line care for knee osteoarthritis, and in this program load is increased gradually and kept within comfortable limits.

What happens at the first assessment?

A 60-minute appointment where your physiotherapist assesses your knee, strength, movement and goals, explains what is driving your symptoms, and outlines your 12-week plan.

Do I need an X-ray or scan first?

No. You can start without imaging. If you have existing scans, bring them to your assessment.

Where is the program run?

At Tensegrity Sports Clinics St Leonards. Phone (02) 8964 6698 or book online.

Ready to start?

Your knee is not going to strengthen itself. Book your initial assessment with Krystal at St Leonards.

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Reviewed by Krystal Lam, BHealthSc MPhysio, AHPRA registration PHY0004063450. Tensegrity Sports Clinics St Leonards · (02) 8964 6698 · stleonards@tensegrity.com.au

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