Can I exercise when I have a hernia? Wondering if it’s safe to exercise if you have a hernia? Get expert advice on exercises to avoid and safe activities to maintain an active lifestyle while dealing with a hernia.

What is a Hernia?

Hernias are caused when a weakness in the muscle or tissue of the body allows an internal part of the body to push through. Typically, a hernia occurs between the chest and hips. There are few or no symptoms initially, but you may notice swelling or a lump in your belly (abdomen) or groin.

Types of Hernia

The three most common types of hernia are:

1. Inguinal Hernia: This form of hernia is caused when the bladder or bowel pushes through weak regions of the lower abdominal wall.
2. Hiatal Hernia: Excess stomach tissue can push over the diaphragm, resulting in a hernia in the chest region. It is more common for smokers to experience this condition. A hiatal hernia is also associated with acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
3. Umbilical Hernia: This occurs when a part of the intestines protrudes through the abdominal muscles in the belly button area. Infants and pregnant women are most commonly affected by this condition, but it can also occur in adults.

Can I Exercise with a Hernia?

Trying to maintain an active lifestyle while dealing with a hernia can be difficult. People often wonder if it’s even safe to exercise with a hernia. Although it is possible, it’s important to first speak with a medical professional to be sure you’re choosing exercises and activities that won’t make your hernia worse.

Talk with Your Doctor First

If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of a hernia, your first step should be to schedule a consultation with an experienced hernia doctor who can assess the severity of your hernia. Our specialists at the Hernia Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) are trained to assess each individual situation to determine the best treatment option for you.

Is Hernia Surgery Necessary?

Hernias cannot heal on their own. While surgery may not be necessary right away, the only way to permanently remedy your hernia is to have it repaired surgically. Early intervention will prevent your symptoms from getting worse and will make your recovery from hernia surgery easier. This means you’ll be able to get back to the activities you enjoy quicker and with less pain.

Tips for Exercising Safely with a Hernia

Our experienced surgeons at the Hernia Center of NGMC can help develop an exercise plan that allows you to safely exercise prior to surgery – without exacerbating your hernia – while also maximizing your recovery post-surgery.

Once you’ve been given clearance to exercise, you’ll want to follow some general guidelines for exercising safely. Here are a few tips:

• Focus on your breathing. Don’t hold your breath while exercising; breathe out when you are exerting yourself and breathe in as you relax. You can decrease the pressure in your abdomen and reduce the instinct to strain by concentrating on your breathing during exercise.
• Wear protective undergarments. Protective underwear (such as compression shorts or similar items) can help support your abdomen and groin, lessening any unnecessary exertion while exercising.
• Continue light exercise. Because obesity is a risk factor for hernias, we recommend you continue light exercise, unless prohibited by your doctor.

The Best Exercises for People with Hernias

It’s best to stick to low-impact activities prior to surgery to avoid making your hernia worse. We suggest:

• Swimming
• Walking
• Light jogging
• Gentle yoga
• Cycling

Exercises to Avoid when You Have a Hernia

There are certain exercises and activities that you should avoid when dealing with a hernia. Some of these include:

• Heavy exertion exercises, such as weightlifting, that cause you to strain.
• Overstretching your abdominal wall. Movements that lengthen the abdominal muscles, such as an upward dog position in yoga, put strain on the muscle walls and should be avoided prior to surgery.
• Core exercises such as planks, sit-ups, crunches and some Pilates exercises.
• High impact physical activities or contact sports.

Get Back to an Active Lifestyle

If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of a hernia, our specialists at the Hernia Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center can help. Give us a call at 770-219-4040 to schedule an appointment today.

About the Hernia Center of NGMC

At the Hernia Center of NGMC, our hernia surgeons specialize in hernia repair. Each surgeon performs between 15 to 30 hernia surgeries a month. By choosing the Hernia Center of NGMC, you can trust you’ll see a hernia doctor who is highly experienced and will provide the highest quality hernia repair and surgical care possible. In fact, our hernia surgeons at the Hernia Center have been recognized by Surgical Review Corporation for their quality outcomes and expertise.

Can I exercise when I have a hernia?

Wondering if it’s safe to exercise if you have a hernia?

Trying to maintain an active lifestyle while dealing with a hernia can be difficult. People often wonder if it’s even safe to exercise with a hernia. Although it is possible, it’s important to first speak with a medical professional to be sure you’re choosing exercises and activities that won’t make your hernia worse.  

Talk with your doctor first

If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of a hernia, your first step should be to schedule a consultation with an experienced hernia doctor who can assess the severity of your hernia.

Our specialists at the Hernia Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) are trained to assess each individual situation to determine the best treatment option for you.  

Is hernia surgery necessary?

Hernias cannot heal on their own. While surgery may not be necessary right away, the only way to permanently remedy your hernia is to have it repaired surgically.

Early intervention will prevent your symptoms from getting worse and will make your recovery from hernia surgery easier. This means you’ll be able to get back to the activities you enjoy quicker and with less pain.

Tips for exercising safely with a hernia

Our experienced surgeons at the Hernia Center of NGMC can help develop an exercise plan that allows you to safely exercise prior to surgery – without exacerbating your hernia – while also maximizing your recovery post-surgery.

Once you’ve been given clearance to exercise, you’ll want to follow some general guidelines for exercising safely. Here are a few tips:

1. Focus on your breathing.
   Don’t hold your breath while exercising; breathe out when you are exerting yourself and breathe in as you relax. You can decrease the pressure in your abdomen and reduce the instinct to strain by concentrating on your breathing during exercise.
2. Wear protective undergarments.
   Protective underwear (such as compression shorts or similar items) can help support your abdomen and groin, lessening any unnecessary exertion while exercising.
3. Continue light exercise.
   Because obesity is a risk factor for hernias, we recommend you continue light exercise, unless prohibited by your doctor.

The best exercises for people with hernias

It’s best to stick to low-impact activities prior to surgery to avoid making your hernia worse. We suggest:

• Swimming
• Walking
• Light jogging
• Gentle yoga
• Cycling

Exercises to avoid when you have a hernia

There are certain exercises and activities that you should avoid when dealing with a hernia. Some of these include:

• Heavy exertion exercises, such as weightlifting, that cause you to strain.
• Overstretching your abdominal wall. Movements that lengthen the abdominal muscles, such as an upward dog position in yoga, put strain on the muscle walls and should be avoided prior to surgery.
• Core exercises such as planks, sit-ups, crunches and some Pilates exercises.
• High impact physical activities or contact sports.

Get back to an active lifestyle

If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of a hernia, our specialists at the Hernia Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center can help. Give us a call at 770-219-4040 to schedule an appointment today.

About the Hernia Center of NGMC

At the Hernia Center of NGMC, our hernia surgeons specialize in hernia repair. Each surgeon performs between 15 to 30 hernia surgeries a month. By choosing the Hernia Center of NGMC, you can trust you’ll see a hernia doctor who is highly experienced and will provide the highest quality hernia repair and surgical care possible. In fact, our hernia surgeons at the Hernia Center have been recognized by Surgical Review Corporation for their quality outcomes and expertise.

Exercises for Hernia. Dos and Don’ts

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First, let’s learn what exactly Hernia is:

Hernias are caused when a weakness in the muscle or tissue of the body allows an internal part of the body to push through. Typically, a hernia occurs between the chest and hips. There are few or no symptoms initially. However, you may notice swelling or a lump in your belly (abdomen) or groin. 

Types of Hernia:

3 of the most common types of hernia are:

1. Inguinal Hernia: This form of hernia is caused when the bladder or bowel pushes through weak regions of the lower abdominal wall.
2. Hiatal Hernia: Excess stomach tissue can push over the diaphragm, resulting in a hernia in the chest region. It is more common for smokers to experience this condition. A hiatal hernia is also associated with acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease. 
3. Umbilical Hernia: This occurs when a part of the intestines protrudes through the abdominal muscles in the belly button area. Infants and pregnant women are most commonly affected by this condition, but it can also occur in male adults.

Exercising with Hernia. Safe or not?

Exercise can be safe for some people with hernias. It may be safe to exercise with a hernia, but caution should be taken. To prevent additional stress on your hernia, focus on activities that won’t strain that area. It is not recommended to perform exercises or lift routines that strain or pull the abdominal area when suffering from abdominal hernias. Nevertheless, there are several exercises to avoid. Working out safely begins by knowing which exercises to avoid.

Furthermore, working out with a qualified personal trainer or an accredited physiotherapist is wise. The trainer or physiotherapist can help you with safe exercises. Consult your doctor before exercising when you have been diagnosed with a hernia or recovering after a hernia operation.

Benefits of exercise for Hernia: 

Some evidence is that exercise or yoga can help with or speed up the healing process after Hernia surgery. Exercise and yoga are recommended by physicians and physical therapists for a healthy lifestyle. Understanding the right exercises and the time to begin them from your doctor is important.

• Core Strengthening: A hernia is often caused by weak core muscles. You can strengthen your abdominal wall by doing certain exercises and yoga poses that activate your abdominal muscles and obliques.
• Activate smaller muscle fibres: Stretches and movements in yoga and exercises that are more subtle can target fascia, the fibre webbing around your muscles. Your myofascial connective tissue helps keep your organs in place as you increase your mobility.
• Improve body awareness: Connecting your breath to your movement helps you to become more aware of how you are feeling and where there may be a pain. For people experiencing stress or anxiety who are unbalanced or “stuck in their heads,” yoga is an excellent way to restore balance to their bodies.
• Faster recovery after surgery: Studies have shown that post-surgery yoga reduces pain, symptoms and the chance of recurrence of hernias.

Exercises to cope with Inguinal Hernia:

1. Pillow Squeeze: Use the thigh muscles during Pillow Squeeze. Begin by lying flat on the floor and bending your knees. Inhale deeply while holding a pillow between your knees. As you exhale, squeeze the pillow gently with both knees. Make sure to repeat this exercise 20 times daily.

2. Shoulder Bridge: Keeping your knees in the same position, exhale while sitting with a pillow between them. Lift your waist and rest your arms on the floor to provide support. Try to stay as straight as possible from your shoulders to your knees. Take in as much air as you can. Sit with a pillow between your knees and return to the initial position. Repeat 20 times daily.

3. Stretching the hamstring muscles: Bend your knees and lie down flat on the floor. Your head and chin should be at the same level. Then, raise one leg up, keeping the other leg bent. Try wrapping a towel around your foot and pulling the lifted leg towards yourself. Try to stretch your hamstring muscles until they feel a bit stretched. Hold that position for at least 30 seconds. Then go back to the starting position. Perform this exercise 10 times a day with each leg.

4. Opening the knee: Keep your knees bent and inhale as you lie flat on the floor. As you exhale, open one knee sideways. Bring it as close to the floor as possible. Now bring the knee back. Proceed in the same manner with the other knee. Do this five times per day. Maintain a straight body position during the exercise.

5. Roll your hips: Keeping your feet apart, bend your knees in the same position. Inhale as you hold your arms straight out in front of you. Inhale slowly as you roll over your hips on your right side. Bend both knees sideways. Do the same on the other side. Repeat this exercise ten times a day, then increase to 20.

Exercises that are good for Hiatal Hernia:

1. Chair Position: The pose helps strengthen the lower body and core. Keep your feet close together. Put your hands over your head while pressing your knees together. You should keep your thighs parallel to the floor by bending the knees as much as possible. Return to the starting position after holding the stretch as long as possible.

2. Bridge Position: Strengthen the muscles in your stomach with this exercise. With both feet flat on the floor, lie on your back with the knees bent. Keep the shoulders down and lift the lower back off the floor. Remain in this position for as long as possible before returning to your starting position.

3. Diaphragmatic breathing: It strengthens the diaphragm and can benefit people affected by Hiatal hernias. You can either sit up or lie down. One hand should go on the stomach, the other on the chest. Take a deep breath through your nose, focusing on your stomach as it rises. Focus on lowering the stomach as you breathe out through pursed lips. Repeat this a few times.  

Exercises that are good for umbilical Hernia:

1. Cycling in the air: Strengthen your lower abdominal muscles by cycling your legs in the air. Lay on a slant board. You can remove excess pressure from your head and feet while exercising with slant boards. You can do bicycle leg exercises on your slant board by lifting your legs towards your chest. Stabilise yourself by holding your sides while pedalling your legs. Perform these exercises in 10 to 15-minute sessions three times every week.

2. Stretching: It is vital to maintain a flexible abdomen to reduce the risk of hernias. Keep your knees bent straight while you lay flat on the floor. Keeping your back firmly on the ground, bend your legs on each side and try to touch the surface. Keep the posture in place for 5-10 seconds, then return to your starting position. Repeat the exercise on the opposite side. You should perform this stretch daily. Stretching your abdominal muscles increase their flexibility, making them less likely to weaken under pressure.

3. Correct Your Breathing: Any exercise should be performed with correct breathing. Take deep breaths from your abdomen rather than your chest. It helps release abdominal pressure by lifting the diaphragm. Your back should be on the ground. One hand should be placed on your chest and another on your belly. Let air enter your abdomen as you breathe through your nose. You should raise your lower hand instead of the hand on your chest as you breathe in.

Exercises after your Hernia surgery

To be done only after discussing with the surgeon)

1. Deep Breathing: In the aftermath of surgery, it is normal to feel some pain. In particular, after abdominal surgery, deep breathing can be quite painful, which makes people breathe very shallowly. Sometimes, the inability to expand the lungs properly can lead to infections in the bottom of the lungs. You should therefore take a few conscious deep breaths throughout the day. You should also use controlled coughing to rid yourself of phlegm or sputum. To aid in coughing and clearing the lungs properly, you can hold a pillow or towel near the surgical wound to provide some support.

2. Walking: Walking around after hernia surgery is a highly recommended exercise to do to enhance the speed of your recovery. By doing so, you encourage your circulation to run smoothly and encourage your gut to keep working. It is important for patients to walk a little after surgery and increase the distance after recovery. Walking helps speed up recovery and prevents infection and blood clots.

3. Leg exercises: Leg exercises provide you with the strength to keep your legs mobile and prevent blood clots by keeping the circulation moving. Repeat each exercise several times to start with and increase repetitions as you get stronger.
   Ankle flex: Stretch and flex your ankles for 10 repetitions, alternately
   Knee pushes: While lying on your back, hold for a few seconds and relax your muscle as you push your thigh against the edge of the bed.
   Leg Straighten: Straighten your legs by bending the knees with your feet flat on the ground while sitting on the edge of the bed. Using one leg at a time, straighten it out for a few seconds, then bend it back to 90 degrees

4. Abdominal exercises: Your core muscles will be strengthened, thus reducing the risk of hernias:

• Button pulls: Lay on your back, bend your knees and put your hands on your hips. Pull your belly button inside while you breathe in and then slowly breathe out. Repeat this a few times.
• Core twists: Lie on your back with your knees bent and hold your hands on either side of your body to ensure that your spine is stable. Leaving your feet on the bed, bend your knees as far as you can on one side, then return to your starting position. Repeat on the opposite side.
• Pelvic tilts: Place your hands under the lower back with your knees bent (feet on the surface). Your spine needs to be flattened on your hands and your bottom needs to be tilted forward. After a few seconds, return to the starting position.

Exercises to avoid after Hernia surgery:

Certain exercises and activities should be avoided after your hernia surgery or if you have a hernia: 

• Exercise that puts you in a lot of pain, such as weightlifting, should be avoided.
• Avoid too much abdominal stretching. Exercising the abdominal muscles in ways that lengthen them, like doing the upward dog pose in yoga, puts excess pressure on the muscles.
• Avoid core exercises such as planks, crunches, sit-ups and Pilates.
• Avoid physical activities with high impact and contact.

Key Takeaways:

When exercising with a hernia, keep certain tips in mind to make sure you remain safe. One of the most important steps is to avoid the strenuous exercises listed above. As part of your exercise routine, make sure that you include aerobic exercises, glute bridges and postural strengthening exercises.

Be sure not to overdo it. You should be gentle with yourself until your hernia has been repaired. 

If you do it correctly, exercise will help you in managing your hernia better and prepare you for surgery if necessary. After surgery, it is definitely an important part of your prevention plan

You always run the risk of worsening hernias when you begin exercising. Hence, patients must seek treatment for a hernia before participating in intense exercise. Every person is different therefore, it is mandatory to discuss with your doctor the right time to begin exercises and the type of exercise one should engage in.

FAQs:

Is it OK to exercise with a hernia?

It is safe to exercise with a hernia, however, there may be risks to making your hernia worse, if done correctly, exercise can help you cope with your hernia better. Ensure to be careful and not overdo your exercises or perform any strenuous exercises. Consult your doctor before doing any exercise.

Does a hernia get worse with exercise?

The benefits of exercise may help you manage many chronic health conditions and alleviate the symptoms of a hernia. However, you must be careful as some exercises can cause strain on your affected area and may worsen your hernia.

What activities should be avoided with a hernia?

Core exercises such as crunches, planks, sit-ups and some pilates, in other words, exercises that are more advanced should be avoided. Performing heavy lifting exercises, including deadlifts and squats, at a high intensity, can result in your hernia getting worse. In addition, avoid sports with high impact or contact too. Avoid bending down and lifting anything heavy at home.

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Is walking good for Hernia?

Yes, walking is a highly recommended exercise for a person suffering from Hernia. You can go for short walks unless advised otherwise by your doctor.

Disclaimer: The information included on this site is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional. Because of unique individual needs, the reader should consult their physician to determine the appropriateness of the information for the reader’s situation.

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Inguinal hernia – how to get rid of it

Inguinal hernia is not only an unpleasant disease that creates great inconvenience and restricts freedom of movement, but also the danger of urgent surgical intervention in case of infringement. In this case, this is not just a hernia removal, but an operation to remove part of the intestine.

How does an inguinal hernia occur?

In the lower part of the human abdomen there are areas where the muscular protection is weakened. With strong tension between the muscles, a small gap appears, and the intestine comes out through the inguinal canal. Therefore, sudden sharp pain when lifting weights may be a signal of the appearance of an inguinal hernia.

Risk factors:

Constipation

• You need to get rid of this diagnosis by proven medical methods, which should be written about separately. In case of constipation, in no case should you overstrain the abdominal muscles – in this case, you can go to the toilet with a diagnosis of constipation, and go out with a diagnosis of inguinal hernia.

Obesity of the internal organs

• If a person has a large belly, then the internal organs press on the muscles of the abdominal wall, stretching and weakening them. It can also lead to an inguinal hernia.

Physically hard work

• When the abdominal muscles are not ready for heavy loads, and a person begins to lift a heavy load, there is a high risk of inguinal hernia.

Sports activities

• The risk group includes both novice athletes and those who have not recovered from injuries and immediately began intensive training. In addition, an inguinal hernia can occur with a strong overload during the training process. This is especially true for weightlifters and powerlifters.

Lifting weights in the wrong position

• Heavy objects must be lifted by crouching and rising with a straight back, never bending over and on straight legs. Ignoring this rule is dangerous to health.

Smoker’s cough

• This type of cough is a direct threat of inguinal hernia. A person starts to cough suddenly, and coughs for a long time, because of this, the abdominal muscles are overstressed. Particularly dangerous night and morning bouts of coughing.

What to do with an inguinal hernia?

These tips may be helpful for people who play or have played sports.

The method described below is not recommended:

Persons with obvious obesity, disorders of protein-carbohydrate metabolism, those who have never played sports. In addition, this technique is not suitable for those who are not ready to follow the training regimen, and people with obvious muscular dystrophy.

If you have no sports experience, please remember the three rules:

1. Strictly observe the training regimen: exercise day, rest day.
2. Muscle growth is impossible without proper nutrition. Moreover, without muscle nutrition, the result will be the opposite – overstrain and weakening. Therefore, after training, it is recommended to consume amino acids, protein or high-protein foods that promote muscle growth.
3. You should start with the most minimal loads, in which the muscles do not tan. The point is to gradually increase the tone and growth of muscles. We do each exercise several times, giving the muscles a rest before the next exercise. In no case, having felt the strengthening of the muscles, do not immediately go to the maximum load. The ultimate goal is to get each exercise to 50 reps per set.

This technique can only be used if it has been approved by the attending physician. There are conditions of the body in which physical activity is prohibited.

Exercises to get rid of inguinal hernia

All 4 exercises are done only in the supine position, when the hernia goes inside the intestines, and there is no protrusion on the stomach.

Exercise 1 (Twisting)

With the knee of the left leg touch the elbow of the right hand, then with the knee of the right foot touch the elbow of the left hand.

Exercise 2 (Bicycle)

Lying on your back, imitate cycling with your feet.

Exercise 3 (Scissors)

In the supine position, make cross movements with the legs.

Exercise 4 (Circular movements of the legs)

Lying down, make circular movements with the left leg from right to left, then from left to right. Then we do the same movements with the right foot.

Additional recommendations

It should be noted that exercises to get rid of an inguinal hernia can be effective in the initial stages of hernia development. Therefore, do not confuse recovery exercises and regular exercises in the gym, so as not to harm yourself. This information will be especially useful for those who want to avoid the appearance of an inguinal hernia.

Correct and gradual implementation of the exercises will allow you to count on a positive result.

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Inguinal hernia

Inguinal hernia is a pathological process in which the abdominal organs protrude together with the inner peritoneum surrounding them into the inguinal canal, which is a cavity formation. It is located in the thickness of the broad muscles of the abdomen and contains elements of the spermatic cord in men, and the round ligament of the uterus in women. Radical treatment of inguinal hernia is surgery. Men are more susceptible to the disease – they account for about 97%.

Classification and causes of the disease

In clinical practice, the following stand out:

• oblique forms – with them, the hernial sac passes in the space of the inguinal canal along with the structures of the spermatic cord in men or the round ligament of the uterus in women. This type of hernia is almost always unilateral. Appears in childhood and young age, may be congenital. Untreated cases gradually progress. When lowering the formed formation into the scrotum, they speak of an inguinal-scrotal hernia;
• straight shapes – formed hernial sac follows the spermatic cord. These hernias, as a rule, form in the elderly, are more often determined from two sides. They do not descend into the scrotum.

Most often pathology is formed:

• as a result of hereditary, gender, age predisposition. If there is this disease in the family, then the likelihood of an inguinal hernia in a male infant increases several times. A similar risk of developing pathology exists in the elderly, since age-related changes lead to a decrease in the tonic tension of the muscles of the abdominal wall;
• in obese or too asthenic patients;
• in multiparous women;
• in people subjecting themselves to heavy physical exertion. Treatment of inguinal hernia without surgery in this case is ineffective and gives a temporary effect;
• in diseases with persistent constipation and severe cough.

The main symptoms and complications of an inguinal hernia in an infant and an adult

Complaints of patients depend on what organs will become the contents of the hernial sac, on its size and possible complications. The degree of complaints determines the need for an inguinal hernia operation in a child or adult.

When examining and questioning the patient, pay attention to:

• globular protrusion in the groin;
• discomfort in the area of ​​the protrusion of varying degrees of intensity;
• rapid two-stage urination is a sign of the presence of a bladder in the hernial contents.

A hernia can shrink on its own, especially if you lie on your back. In other cases, they speak of an irreducible variety. Inguinal scrotal hernia in children should be distinguished from inguinal ectopia of the testicle (cryptorchism).

Late treatment may result in:

• strangulated inguinal hernia;
• formation of intestinal obstruction;
• the development of an inflammatory process in the sheets of the peritoneum – peritonitis, bleeding;
• spread of inflammation to the testicle;
• unreduced hernia.

Treatment of inguinal hernia in men, women and children

It is possible to completely forget about a hernia only through surgical removal of the defect. But in some cases, you can do without a scalpel.

A good effect in debilitated and seriously ill babies is provided by conservative therapy. Treatment of an inguinal hernia in children without surgery can be carried out using a special children’s bandage, which has different sizes and configurations depending on the side of the hernia. The bandage does not cure the disease, but it can prevent complications.

A conservative method for the treatment of inguinal hernia in men and women is used in the progression of the disease and the development of complications. In addition to wearing a bandage, the therapeutic complex includes special gymnastics aimed at strengthening the muscles of the abdominal wall, swimming is of great benefit. Be sure to follow a diet that prevents the development of constipation. Folk remedies are also used: compresses from cabbage juice, steamed wormwood, cornflower flowers are applied to the hernia; ointments prepared at home based on pork fat, vinegar, eggs are used.

Surgical treatment

A large number of surgical techniques have been developed to eliminate pathology.

The most acceptable operation for inguinal hernia in women is the Bassini method, based on fastening the walls of the internal oblique and transverse muscles, sutured to the pupart ligament. In men, this manipulation is performed under the spermatic cord.

One of the main requirements for preparing a child for surgical treatment is the absence of inflammatory diseases for two weeks before surgery. An operation to remove an inguinal hernia in children can be performed with a classic incision or with the use of laparoscopy.

There are surgical options for hernioplasty – installation of a special mesh that strengthens the abdominal wall in a problem area. In some cases, it is indicated to block the exit of the hernial contents into the inguinal canal with a special mesh prosthesis or polymer implants that have a good survival rate.

In some cases, in the presence of a high inguinal gap causing excessive muscle tension, a relaxation incision is made in the anterior wall of the rectus muscle (McVey’s modification). The method is necessary in the case of treatment of oblique inguinal hernia.

The prognosis of treatment is positive, depending on the well-chosen technique of surgical treatment and the patient’s compliance with the regimen, diet, and reasonable physical activity.

On our website you can find information on treatment and prices for inguinal hernia removal: https://www.dobrobut.com/.

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