Exercising prior to surgery could slash the risk of complications by half, according to new analysis. And combining increased activity with a better diet and psychological support could reduce risks ...

Actively preparing for major surgery by exercising and improving diet (known as “prehabilitation”) is associated with fewer complications, less time in hospital, and improved recovery and quality of ...

You've likely heard of rehabilitation after a surgery. But if you're one of the millions of Americans getting ready for a joint replacement or another major operation, you may want to ask your doctor ...

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Exercising before surgery can get the body into shape and help recovery after an operation, U.S. researchers reported recently. They said tests on rats had confirmed what many ...

A clinical trial led by exercise scientist Lee Jones, PhD, at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center suggests that specific amounts of endurance exercise before surgery among men with early-stage ...

Bariatric surgery is more than just surgery. It's a lifestyle change that includes a lifelong commitment to eating healthy with your dietitian's guidance and incorporating regular exercise into your ...

If you're going to have surgery, "prehabilitation" focused on nutrition, exercise and social support in the month before can significantly cut the risk of complications, according to a new study.