HTA Details
Structured Education and Neuromuscular Exercise Program for Hip and-or Knee Osteoarthritis
- Publication date
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2018-November-02
- Status
- Final
- Topic Area
- Bones, Joints and Muscles
- Recommendation
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Final Recommendation
- Ontario Health, under the guidance of the Ontario Health Technology Advisory Committee, recommends publicly funding a structured education and neuromuscular exercise program for the management of people with osteoarthritis of the hip and/or knee
- Ministry Response
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The Ministry of Health is currently reviewing this recommendation.
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To read the full OHTAC Recommendation Report for this topic, contact our Health Innovation team using the contact form to request a digital copy.
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It is a chronic, progressive condition most often affecting the hips and knees. Because of this condition, tissues and cartilage break down and people lose joint function. Symptoms include pain and stiffness, which can lead to movement limitations, reduced physical function, and reduced quality of life.
More than 10% of Canadians over the age of 15 have osteoarthritis and although there is no cure, treatment options are available.
This health technology assessment looked at how effective and safe a structured education and neuromuscular exercise program is for the management of hip and/or knee osteoarthritis, if it is good value for money, the budget impact of publicly funding this kind of program in Ontario, and the preferences and values of people with hip and/or knee osteoarthritis.
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
