Presented by ACSM in partnership with Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA).
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This course examines oncology prehabilitation as an emerging paradigm in clinical exercise physiology, emphasizing its role in preparing patients to better tolerate cancer treatment—particularly surgery—through targeted conditioning strategies. Drawing on current literature and clinical practice, including insights from established hospital-based programs, learners will explore the physiological rationale linking fitness to improved surgical outcomes such as reduced complications, enhanced recovery, and improved survival.
Participants will develop a practical understanding of how to screen and assess patients (e.g., functional capacity, frailty, aerobic fitness), design individualized and multimodal prehabilitation interventions, and apply exercise as a central component alongside nutritional and psychological strategies. The course also highlights real-world implementation considerations, including integration into clinical care pathways, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adapting programs to varying timelines and patient needs.
By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to translate evidence into practice, delivering tailored prehabilitation programs that enhance patient resilience and optimize outcomes across the cancer care continuum.
