Postoperative Electrical Muscle Stimulation Two

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation training twice daily (30 minutes per session), during postoperative days 1-4. The training will be carried out using a handheld device. Training will be carried out by the participant themselves, with researcher supervision until independently able to do so.

"Whey protein isolate drink, to provide a total of 60 g protein per day (2 x30 g).~The supplement will be provided in a powder form to participants. Participants will be asked to consume the supplement around the time of NMES training."