Prehabilitation.
A program of exercise, nutrition optimization, and psychological preparation undertaken before surgery to improve a patient's fitness and resilience. Studies show prehabilitation can reduce complications and speed recovery.
Definition
What is prehabilitation?
A program of exercise, nutrition optimization, and psychological preparation undertaken before surgery to improve a patient's fitness and resilience. Studies show prehabilitation can reduce complications and speed recovery.
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