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As a Doctor of Chiropractic and the program lead for the GLAD Back Program at LiveActive Sport Medicine, Dr. Ash specializes in helping individuals overcome chronic or recurrent low back pain. With a patient-centered approach, he combines evidence-based care with personalized treatment plans to help you find lasting relief and get back to what you love.
The GLA:D Back is an evidence-based exercise program designed for individuals with chronic or recurrent low back pain. Its primary goal is to empower you to manage your back pain through increased knowledge and improved physical performance.
Unlike traditional approaches that focus solely on structural diagnoses, GLAD Back uses a behavior-oriented model. This means addressing how pain affects your movement and behavior, and how your perceptions about your condition can impact your recovery. By challenging these ideas, the program helps reduce pain and restore natural movement patterns.
Low back pain can disrupt your life, but with the right care, you can regain control. Designed by experts and led by Dr. Ash, our programs combine evidence-based education, personalized exercise, and hands-on care to help you achieve a stronger, pain-free back.
Whether you’re starting with the foundational GLAD Back Program or opting for a more comprehensive approach with the Strong Back Program, our goal is to deliver lasting results tailored to your needs.
No two cases are the same, and Dr. Ash will guide you to the tier that best aligns with your needs and goals. Whether you’re just starting your recovery journey or seeking a more comprehensive approach, we’re here to help you move beyond low back pain toward a healthier, stronger future.
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This program is designed for individuals with persistent or recurrent low back pain. It’s ideal for those who want to learn self-management strategies, have a fear of movement due to pain, or have previously received care but haven’t yet engaged in active rehabilitation.
Yes, the program is not suitable for individuals with unstable radiculopathy, active cancer, infections, or systemic diseases that are the cause of their pain. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, consult with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Absolutely! The GLA:D Back program is specifically designed for people with chronic or long-term low back pain. It focuses on helping you regain control, reduce pain, and improve your quality of life through education and targeted exercise.
The program consists of a combination of education and exercise sessions. Over 9 weeks, you’ll learn about the causes of low back pain, gain strategies to manage it, and engage in exercises that will improve your strength, endurance, and mobility. The goal is to help you move confidently and live pain-free.
Coverage for the GLA:D Back program depends on your specific insurance plan. Most extended health benefit plans cover physiotherapy services, and direct billing is available. It’s recommended to check with your insurance provider to understand your coverage limits.
Yes, the GLA:D Back program can be administered virtually, allowing you to follow the program from home. In-person sessions can also be arranged if needed, based on your location and preferences.
Participants typically experience reduced pain, improved movement confidence, and increased strength and endurance. The program is designed to help you regain natural movement patterns and manage your pain in the long term.
The program beings with two sessions that focus on education around back pain. Each session to follow will be a movement based session with structured exercises tailored to your condition. The exercises are supervised to ensure you’re performing them correctly and safely.
Yes! The GLA:D Back program complements prior care by focusing on active rehabilitation and self-management strategies, even if you’ve previously received treatments for your back pain.
GLA:D Back emphasizes self-management and education, focusing not just on treating symptoms but on empowering you to control your pain through movement and lifestyle changes. It’s a long-term approach that helps reduce your dependency on medical interventions.
We appreciate you may miss a session throughout the program. Unfortunately, there will not be any make up sessions for missed classes. Chat with your program lead to get caught up on any exercise progressions specific to your programming.
You can schedule a discovery call with our team to assess your needs and determine if the GLA:D Back program is the right fit for you. Contact us today to get started.