Exercise and training before major surgery
This trial tests whether exercising and preparing your body before major surgery helps you recover better and faster. You'll work with a team to build strength and fitness in the weeks before your operation.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are having planned major surgery (chest, belly, or bone/joint) under general or spinal anesthesia
- Your surgery is scheduled for more than 3 weeks away
- You are able to read and speak English
- You can give written consent to participate
- You do not have serious physical, cognitive, or psychological conditions that would prevent participation
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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