Tag "prehabilitation"
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Study looks at getting into shape pre-surgery to aid recovery for older patients
Older adults about to undergo elective surgery should undertake a sustained programme of targeted exercise beforehand to counteract the muscle-wasting effects of bedrest, new research suggests. A study published by
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Same day discharge for NHS Golden Jubilee’s hip replacement patients
Orthopaedic specialists at NHS Golden Jubilee have launched a new hip replacement service which sees patients leaving hospital just 11 hours after admission. The Golden Jubilee National Hospital, which routinely
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Helping patients prep mind and body for surgery pays off
An inexpensive programme to help surgery patients get physically and mentally ready for their upcoming operation may help reduce overall costs and get them home faster, according to new research
