Plain-English translation of NCT07465159 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether a preparation program—called multimodal prehabilitation—helps older adults who are physically frail get stronger and healthier before having knee or hip replacement surgery. The program includes exercises, nutrition support, medication review, and geriatric assessment. Researchers want to see if this extra preparation helps people recover faster, feel better after surgery, and have fewer complications.
Many older adults who need knee or hip replacement surgery are physically frail, which means they have less strength and reserve to handle surgery and recovery. While preparation programs have shown promise in other patients, there is limited evidence that these programs actually work for frail older adults—so this trial aims to test whether this type of preparation makes a real difference.
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If you qualify, you will be randomly assigned to either the preparation program or standard care. If you are in the preparation group, you will meet with a geriatric care team, have your medications reviewed, receive tailored exercise instructions (including the Otago Exercise Program), and get nutrition counseling if needed—all before your surgery. Both groups will be followed after surgery to track your recovery, complications, quality of life, and whether you need to return to the hospital within 6 months.
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