Everyone’s recovery journey from a musculoskeletal injury or condition is different. But some Bupa programs can help you get back on your feet. We’ve got programs designed to help you recover, and to stay out of hospital where you can.
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Finding the right rehab program to get you back on your feet
If you have hip or knee osteoarthritis, or you’re having a hip or knee replacement and you’d like to know more about how Bupa can support your health and care needs, call our free help line and speak to a Bupa health professional.
Call 1800 817 632
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm AEST/AEDT
Explore your rehabilitation options after surgery
After hospital, a rehabilitation (rehab) program can play a big role in your recovery. Bupa's Rehab Choices program can help connect you to a provider near you, whether you plan to do rehab in a hospital, at home, or with a local physio.
To explore your rehab options, call Bupa’s Hip and Knee Support Line on 1800 817 632 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) or download the Rehab Choices brochure.
Get exercise plans with Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight For Life (OAHWFL)
This weight loss and exercise program may help to reduce pressure on the joints to avoid or delay the need for hip or knee replacement surgery.
Eligible customers* can get tailored plans for healthy eating, exercise, and phone or online coaching.
Manage arthritis with GLAD (GLA:D®, Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark)
GLA:D®, Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark, is an exercise program to manage arthritis symptoms. It’s a practical way to help reduce pain, and improve mobility.
Eligible Bupa members with hip or knee osteoarthritis can access the program at no extra cost.*
Explore Kieser Osteoarthritis Plans to prevent or delay surgery
There are 26 Kieser clinics around Australia, with Physiotherapy, rehabilitation and strength training programs. If you have hip or knee osteoarthritis, you may be able to claim money back as a Bupa member*.
*Waiting periods, benefit claiming restrictions, yearly limits, policy and fund rules apply. Customers are encouraged to call 1800 817 632 (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm AEST/AEDT) discuss their options and determine whether Rehab Choices is available where they live.
^Waiting periods, benefit claiming restrictions, yearly limits, policy and fund rules apply. Prima Health Solutions is the provider of the Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight for Life program, and admission into the program is also subject to the provider’s terms and conditions. You are encouraged to call Bupa’s Hip and Knee Support Line (1800 817 632 Monday to Friday, 9am –5pm AEST/AEDT) to check your eligibility.
†The customer must have a Bupa domestic hospital product that includes joint replacements. Waiting periods, fund, policy and program eligibility rules apply. Check what you’re covered for or contact us.
These resources are not intended to be a comprehensive list or to represent that Bupa endorses any specific health practitioner or program. Everyone’s health journey is individual and health outcomes can vary from person to person. These resources are also not intended to be a replacement for personalised and specific medical, healthcare or other professional advice. If you have any concerns about your health, see your doctor or other health professional.