FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

How do I know if I am eligible for the Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight for Life program?

To be eligible for the fully funded program, you must have:

• Been diagnosed with knee or hip osteoarthritis
• A body mass index (BMI) of 28 or above
• Held hospital cover that includes cover for joint replacements for at least 2 months
• Not have previously enrolled in an Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight for Life program funded by HBF

Not have previously enrolled in an Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight for Life program funded by HBF and clinical need for either:

• Conservative treatment - knee or hip symptoms that have (or are likely to in the foreseeable future) necessitated referral to an orthopaedic surgeon for evaluation, OR
• Preparing for surgery - a knee or hip joint replacement procedure is planned and weight loss, improved fitness and muscle strength prior to surgery is desirable OR
• Post-surgery - an existing symptomatic knee or hip joint replacement that could benefit from weight loss, improved fitness and muscle strength.

You must be willing to maintain medical supervision for existing medical conditions.