About Us
The Regional Joint Assessment Program has two locations in Hamilton Ontario.We are located at the Juravinski Hospital at 711 Concession Street and at St. Joseph's Heathcare at 50 Charlton Avenue.
The Regional Joint Assessment Program (RJAP) program helps adults with hip and knee problems that cause pain and difficulty moving. The Program was developed as part of the Ontario Ministry of Health's Wait List strategy to improve access to joint replacement surgery and improve the care of osteoarthritis.
One of the main reasons that people have hip or knee pain is from arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and usually happens in weight bearing joints such as the hips and knees.
What is really exciting about the program is that it provides "one stop shopping" for patients. Not only are patients physically assessed, they also receive education on weight management, joint maintenance, referrals for physiotherapy and aquatic programs, education on community resources and services, education on lifestyle changes and x-rays and lab work if needed. Some of these people will require joint replacement surgery and will then go on to see an Orthopaedic surgeon of their choice or a surgeon with the shortest wait list.
If your knee or hip pain is stopping you from doing the activities you enjoy, we can help. Our goal is to work with you so that you can stay active and manage your pain. If you think you need to be seen for a hip or knee problem talk to your doctor. Your doctor can refer you to the program.
Patients are fully covered by OHIP.
Download a copy of our patient brochure.
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Fax referrals to 905 521-2621
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Listen to our CHML interview on the Bill Kelly show. Learn about osteoarthritis, joint replacement and other options available. |
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Straight from the hip..Read about Lorraine's visit to the Program and her hip replacement surgery. |
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