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Multimodal Prehabilitation for Older Adults Undergoing Spinal Fusion : A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Annals of internal medicine·June 16, 2026·PMID 42296500
Why it mattersOlder adults face high complication rates after spinal fusion. This trial provides evidence that a structured prehabilitation program can meaningfully reduce that risk, offering a tangible perioperative strategy for spine surgeons and anesthesiologists managing this vulnerable population.
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