Home workout program before surgery shows promise in pilot trial
NCT ID NCT06042491
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
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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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Locations
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The Ottawa Hospital
Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8L6, Canada