Speeding recovery for older adults before surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a program that helps older adults who are frail get stronger before surgery. You may be eligible if you are 60 or older, have surgery planned in at least 4 weeks, and are able to participate.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older
- You have a planned surgery for your abdomen, bones, spine, chest, pelvis, ear/nose/throat, or blood vessels
- You are considered frail (score of 4 or higher on a frailty scale)
- Your surgery is at least 4 weeks away
- You can understand and agree to the study on your own
- You are not having heart or brain surgery, and you can see and speak English
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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