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Stephen Beech

Walking 7,500 Steps Before Surgery Cuts Complications In Half: Study

Patients who walk more than 7,500 daily steps before undergoing surgery halve the chances of post-op complications, according to a new study. TOBI/PEXELS

Patients who walk more than 7,500 daily steps before undergoing surgery halve the chances of post-op complications, according to a new study.

Using Fitbit activity tracking data, researchers identified people who might be at higher risk of issues after going under the knife.

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