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 to get help and support