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
Through ESCAPE-pain I've still got my livelihood
Hear from one of our ESCAPE-pain participants Michael who shares his journey.
Gorse Covert ESCAPE-pain group in Loughborough receiving their graduation certificates.
Whitwick and Coalville Leisure Centre ESCAPE-pain participants receiving their certificates
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.
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.
Frequently asked Questions - all you need to know about ESCAPE-pain
Local Contacts & Self Referral Links
Blaby & Oadby & Wigston
Harborough
Luke Waterfield
Melton
Beth Parkinson
01664 504289
bparkinson@melton.gov.uk
North West Leicestershire
Rutland
Danielle Adams
01572 720936 | 07765 770930
dadams@rutland.gov.uk
Hinckley & Bosworth
Kate Gardiner
01455 255908
Kate.Gardiner@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk
For more information, please contact:
Andrew Harris
Development Manager
Active Together
I am working flexibly in the office or at home, therefore please contact me via email or phone number provided.
My areas of responsibility are:
Specialist Physical Activity Programmes for people living with long term health conditions
Place based support for Charnwood, Hinckley & Bosworth, Melton & North West Leicestershire
- Supporting lower socio economic groups
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- Telephone
- 01509 467483
- a.harris@active-together.org