PREHABILITATION

This study tests whether a 4-week program of high-intensity interval training, specialized nutrition, and psychological support before major gastrointestinal cancer surgery can lower the risk of serious complications afterward. About 400 high-risk patients will be randomly assign…

This study looks at whether doing shoulder exercises before a mastectomy can lower inflammation, reduce pain, and improve shoulder function and quality of life in women with advanced breast cancer. Half of the 52 participants will do structured shoulder exercises for 6-8 weeks be…

This study tests whether a smartphone app can help people with cancer improve their physical fitness before elective surgery. Sixty adults scheduled for cancer surgery will either use the app for guided exercise, nutrition, and mood tracking, or receive usual care. The main goal …

This study tests whether a pre-surgery program of exercise, protein drinks, and breathing exercises is practical for women with ovarian cancer. About 36 participants will choose or be assigned to in-person coaching, remote coaching with a web app, or standard education. The goal …

This study looks at whether a structured exercise and education program before surgery can improve walking ability in older adults with abdominal cancer. About 110 participants will take part. The program is part of standard care and aims to help patients be in better shape going…

This pilot study tests whether a virtual, home-based prehabilitation program is practical for adults awaiting major elective surgery. About 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either the program (exercise, nutrition, mindfulness, and protein supplements) or standard car…

This study tests a small, smartphone-sized device called Seismofit that measures heart vibrations to estimate fitness in just three minutes. Researchers want to see if it can predict complications like pneumonia and hospital stay length in 164 oesophageal cancer patients undergoi…