Home workout program before surgery shows promise in pilot trial

NCT ID NCT06042491

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot trial tested a home-based prehabilitation program for people scheduled for major surgery. The program includes exercise, nutrition advice, and breathing techniques, all delivered through an online platform. Half of the 144 participants were assigned to the program, while the other half received usual care. The study focused on whether it is feasible to recruit participants, get them to stick with the program, and follow up after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: home-based prehabilitation program (exercise, nutrition, breathing techniques)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could help people recover faster and with less disability after major surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not on proving the program works. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries.

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DISABILITY PHYSICAL SURGERY COMPLICATIONS

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Locations

The Ottawa Hospital

Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8L6, Canada

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