What does this Prehabilitation Involve?
This is a home based exercise programme preparing you to
participate in the remote prehabilitaion exercise class. You will have
an appointment with the physiotherapist who will complete an
initial assessment involving a physical activity assessment through a
walking test.
After you complete this assessment the physiotherapist will have
a better understanding of your fitness level and then design you a
physical activity programme to follow at home.
This home based programme will allow you to commence some
physical activity and in due course you will be offered a place in a
prehabilitation exercise class remotely.
Physical Activity Program:
The physiotherapist will prescribe you an individualised programme
best suited to your physical ability.
Your physiotherapist will show you how to complete each exercise
before you go home.
The programme will expect you to complete it 3 times a week at a
minimum.
You can complete this more frequently if you are able however
remember your fatigue levels and don't overdo it REST is also
required during training programmes.
You will be provided with the following:
1. A record sheet
2. The home exercise programme
3. And regular recording of your step count either through your
phone or a pedometer