Prehabilitation for frail older adults before surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This pilot study tests a program to help older adults who are frail get ready for surgery. It may help improve recovery and outcomes after your operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older.
- You are scheduled for an inpatient surgery (abdominal, orthopedic, spine, chest, pelvic, ear/nose/throat, or vascular).
- You have some level of frailty (your doctor can assess this).
- Your surgery is at least 4 weeks away.
- You are able to understand and consent to the study yourself.
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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