Aerobic exercises in this programme include either:
1. Walking
2. Cycling
3. Running
4. Swimming
Your physiotherapist will discuss which one is most appropriate
for you and develop you a programme to follow for your aerobic
component part of your home exercise programme.
Why do you need to participate in strengthening / resistance
training?
To help you:
1. Become stronger and fitter for surgery
2. Reduce your risk of post-operative complications
3. Reduce your hospital length of stays
4. Walk more steadily and improve your walking speed
5. Improve your balance
6. Improve your functional independence
7. Improve your physical performance
8. Improve your cognitive function and self esteem