Apple watch and exercise book aim to boost pre-surgery fitness in frail patients
NCT ID NCT06359652
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving frail adults an Apple Watch and an exercise flipbook can help them get stronger before thoracic surgery. Researchers want to see if patients will use the device and follow the exercises. The goal is to improve recovery and reduce complications after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Apple Watch Series 6 with exercise flipbook
What this could lead to
If this works, it could show that wearable devices and simple exercise guides help frail patients get stronger before surgery, leading to faster recovery and fewer complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply to everyone. It only tests willingness and feasibility, not whether the program actually improves health outcomes.
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The University of Chicago
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