Why Better Knee, Better Me?
Osteoarthritis is a very common condition in Australia with 1 in 11 people affected1. For those aged over 55, the prevalence of osteoarthritis increases to more than 60%2. Many people find that osteoarthritis is preventing them from doing the things they love, like gardening, walking the dog, or playing with their grandchildren. There are some simple and effective ways to manage the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis, but many people don’t receive the support they need3.
Better Knee, Better Me began as a pilot program in partnership with leading researchers from the University of Melbourne and Austin Health for 415 Medibank customers. Published evaluation results4 to date have shown that a sample of 24 participants of the Better Knee, Better Me pilot program achieved weight loss, reduced pain, improved knee function, and a better quality of life. Participants also benefited from increased knowledge and confidence to manage their condition. A detailed evaluation will be available soon.