Walk Test Before Lung Surgery for Older Adults
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study is looking at a “walk and movement” challenge for older adults preparing for thoracic (chest) surgery. It may help the team understand mobility and support safer care before surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are age 65 or older
- You are scheduled for thoracic (chest) surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
- You can still move around with some ability (not fully unable to walk)
- You can understand the study and give consent (or have decision support if allowed)
- Your surgery can wait for the study’s planned timing (it’s not an emergency move-up)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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