Surgery today is safer than it has ever been. The majority of patients make a full recovery and return to their previous level of health.
What is Prehabilitation (Prehab)?
- Prehab helps you prepare for medical treatment or surgery.
- It focuses on:
- Improving your fitness and nutrition
- Building mental resilience.
- Optimising any medical conditions that you may have.
Why is Prehabilitation Important?
- It aims to strengthens your body and mind before treatment.
- It makes your body more resilient to treatment or surgery.
- Helps reduce complications such as:
- Chest or wound infections.
- Cardiac (heart-related) issues.
- Speeds up your recovery.
- Helps you return home sooner.
This Webpage Provides Advice On:
- Taking small steps to prepare your body and mind for surgery or treatment.
- Exploring individual sections for more details and resources.
- Includes links to local and national support.
Physical Activity
Being fit helps your body handle the stress of surgery better.
Nutrition
Eating well before an operation can have an impact on your journey through surgery.
Weight Management
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Emotional Wellbeing
Improving your wellbeing can have a significant impact on your recovery.
Smoking
Stopping smoking before surgery helps reduce the risk of complications.
Alcohol
Drinking too much alcohol makes it harder for your body to handle the surgery.
Medical Conditions
Although it may seem daunting, a few small changes will make a big difference.
Breathing Exercises
Breathing complications are one of the main problems that can occur following surgery.
