[Elective surgery reconvalescence after pre-operative physical training]

Area of Science:

• Orthopedics
• Sports Medicine
• Rehabilitation Science

Context:

• Elective surgery often leads to reduced musculoskeletal function post-operation.
• Pre-existing high aerobic capacity and muscle strength correlate with improved postoperative outcomes.
• Limited evidence exists for pre-operative training benefits in abdominal or alloplastic surgeries.

Purpose:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of pre-operative training on postoperative musculoskeletal function.
• To identify specific types of training beneficial for different surgical contexts.
• To explore the impact of pre-operative physical condition on surgical recovery.

Summary:

• Pre-operative strength and coordination training demonstrated significant benefits for postoperative movement function, particularly after knee ligament reconstructive surgery.
• While pre-operative physical condition (aerobic capacity, muscle strength) is linked to better recovery, targeted training is crucial.
• The positive effects of strength and coordination training contrast with limited findings for other pre-operative interventions in different surgical types.

Impact:

• Highlights the importance of pre-operative physical conditioning and targeted training programs for optimizing surgical recovery.
• Provides evidence supporting the inclusion of strength and coordination training in pre-habilitation protocols for specific orthopedic procedures.
• Suggests a potential strategy to reduce postoperative complications and improve patient mobility following elective surgery.