Lung cancer remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, and resective surgery is the treatment of choice in operable stages. However, a significant proportion of patients present with functional impairment prior to surgery and develop postoperative complications, especially respiratory ones. Prehabilitation has become established as a strategy capable of optimizing physical condition before surgery, while early rehabilitation contributes to accelerating recovery after discharge. Nevertheless, its routine implementation is limited by logistical barriers, short waiting times, and difficulties in accessing in-person care. The PulmoSalud project proposes a multimodal program, consisting of 8 weeks of prehabilitation (strength and endurance exercises, and respiratory physiotherapy) and 4 weeks of early home-based rehabilitation, supported by a specific digital application, in order to facilitate continuity of care without the need for additional travel. The content includes progressive strength training, structured breathing exercises (including inspiratory muscle training), educational guidelines, and digital recording of activity and symptoms. Patients will receive initial in-person training to ensure the correct execution of the exercises, and will subsequently continue independently with remote supervision. A controlled study will be conducted comparing this program with the center's standard care. Functional variables (aerobic capacity, muscle strength), respiratory parameters, postoperative complications, quality of life, self-efficacy, and healthcare resource utilization will be evaluated. Measurements will be taken at three time points: baseline (T0), immediate pre-surgical (T1), and one month post-surgery (T2). PulmoSalud aims to improve preoperative preparation, accelerate post-surgical recovery, and reduce the burden on healthcare services by safely integrating a home-based intervention supported by digital technology.
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6 minute walk test (6MWT): continuous quantitative variable (meters).
Timeframe: From the start of treatment until its completion at 12 weeks
30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test
Timeframe: From the start of treatment until its completion at 12 weeks
FEV1 (L and % predicted)
Timeframe: From the start of treatment until its completion at 12 weeks.
FVC (L and % predicted)
Timeframe: From the start of treatment until its completion at 12 weeks.
FEV1/FVC:
Timeframe: From the start of treatment until its completion at 12 weeks.
MarÃa Jesús Viñolo Gil, Physiotherapy Doctor