Prehabilitation: A preemptive strike for faster recovery from surgery

It is especially important for weak patients to build up their reserve of strength and health before surgery as any operation stresses the body. — The Star

Prehabilitation or prehab is a term that most of us, including medical professionals, are not quite familiar with.

Unlike rehabilitation where a patient works towards regaining functionality after an injury, illness or surgery, prehab is where a patient’s wellness is optimised through physical, nutritional, occupational and psychological support, prior to surgery.