Physiotherapy
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Review Meta Analysis
Effect of total-body prehabilitation on postoperative outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
To systematically review the evidence of pre-operative exercise, known as 'prehabilitation', on peri- and postoperative outcomes in adult surgical populations. ⋯ The literature provides early evidence that prehabilitation may reduce length of stay and possibly provide postoperative physical benefits. Cautious interpretation of these findings is warranted given modest methodological quality and significant risk of bias.