Frailty is a common clinical syndrome experienced by older people. It is characterised by a decline of physical and cognitive reserves that leads to increased vulnerability. 

Frailty can affect your recovery

• Frailty is associated with increased risk of falls, longer hospital admissions, and difficulty recovering from illness and surgery

• When getting ready for surgery it is important to be as healthy as possible

• As people age they are at greater risk of becoming frail while awaiting surgery 

• It is important to address frailty if you are waiting for surgery as it can lead to delayed healing or other complications following the operation

• Frailty can be prevented or reversed, so speak with your GP