Is exercising with a hernia safe?

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Is exercising with a hernia safe?

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If you have a hernia or have recently had surgery to repair one, then this video will offer you the exercise advice you need to know.
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@aliensoup2420 Жыл бұрын

I had an inguinal hernia for 17 years, and I did light weight training and hiking without complications. It was a minor discomfort, and I was always pushing it in to relieve any stress. I eventually got it fixed with a mesh (incision) at age 51, and it hasn't been a problem since. I waited 6 weeks after surgery before doing any exercise, then proceeded carefully until I was confident it was secure.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Glad it's worked out for you.

@kingarthur266 Жыл бұрын

Maybe a weird question to ask.. but I'm considering a repair and am wondering if anything changed with the workings downstairs. I'm quite young and still want to have children.

@mrmercman5170 Жыл бұрын

@@kingarthur266 Hi there is no problem with the working of down stairs good luck.

@beowulf916 Жыл бұрын

I'm a bit scared to do a hernia repair with the mesh; I've read that many times, complications can arise about 10 to 20 years after the surgery. Have you had any pain in the area after the surgery?

@aliensoup2420 Жыл бұрын

@@beowulf916 It’s been 15 years and no problems so far. I still do strenuous hikes and lift weights.

@hackusprime Жыл бұрын

Just had hernia surgery a week ago. Been posting before and after workouts on my channel. I still have a second hernia to have taken care of after this one heals. I do appreciate the informative video! Reassures me that I'm on the right track

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Glad this has helped.

@klonzoll3920 Жыл бұрын

What happened with your second hernia? Did you get surgery?

@user-oc3lc1sx8m Ай бұрын

How are you down now?

@gamernimnims7456 9 ай бұрын

7 weeks ago l had open surgery for a femoral hernia. I am a fit 61 year old female & recovered really well. I have returned back to work & do everything as normal except lifting anything heavy. Although l have healed & recovered really well, l am so frightened to start doing any type of weight training incase it comes back. I have been gradually increasing the distances l walk but l really want to start properly exercising. This video was really helpful. Thank you!

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

Glad it has helped you

@colinl4387 2 жыл бұрын

Love this thanks exercise to health. Interesting to hear about the single upward tricep row on the bench as I feel this is what caused my inguinal hernia. Confidence is now the main barrier for lifting again with me, 6 weeks is now the aim to return to the gym (currently on week 3 after open surgery). Thanks again guys!!!

@ExerciseForHealth 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Listen to your body and as it heals it will tell you what's OK. Good luck my friend!

@heisenberg7891 2 жыл бұрын

@@ExerciseForHealth is it ok to do pull ups and push ups while having ublimical hernia?

@johnnyn1964 Жыл бұрын

You need to place your feet either side of the bench. When you put one knee up that causes an imbalance and will increase the risk of damage.

@nagadorset Жыл бұрын

Yes, great info and so well presented. Thanks a million - well done and much appreciated.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment, much appreciated

@jezzdavis9059 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for this, I'm 3 weeks from open umbilical surgery. I'm taking my time, but already it's incredible how lighter and generally better I feel already. A friend said something about toxins I may have built up over the 20+yrs I've had it. Subscribed.

@ExerciseForHealth 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for subscribing

@user-wr9pk4lu8s 5 ай бұрын

I'm waiting for an umbilical hernia it's about half the size of a tennis ball and another hernia just above that, I'm 68 and very concerned and scared of the unknown, but everyone says get it done.

@LATRELL.. Жыл бұрын

Excelente, o melhor vídeo que encontrei até agora. Obrigado.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@thruuriyz3298 Жыл бұрын

I wished KZfaq was out years ago, it would have been helpful. Now after 22 years I watch how I move and exercise today. Once I feel any kind of pain, I stop.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Very good!

@grahamedwards9920 6 ай бұрын

I found this very encouraging- for me : keep training with weights but keep it light and be aware and careful. At the age of 72 I shouldn’t need to be told this but it’s nice to know my light exercise routines are still viable.

@ExerciseForHealth 6 ай бұрын

Great, everything in balance!

@breadring 7 ай бұрын

Good old british straight to the point vid, great job thanks.

@ExerciseForHealth 7 ай бұрын

Thanks

@johnquillman785 Жыл бұрын

To the point-no drama. Thanks

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thank you :-)

@crowdycrowdys2514 8 ай бұрын

❤❤love the advice good job thanks i had larscopic 10/20/23 its healing good 👍🏾

@ExerciseForHealth 8 ай бұрын

Thank you

@yonatan1myers 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this clear and calm video.

@ExerciseForHealth 10 ай бұрын

Thank you

@davidbarry6711 Жыл бұрын

Your video is outstanding, and just what I needed. Kudos to you for such a good video.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thank you, much appreciated

@constancewright2204 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video I've had a open herina this is my second one I had the surgery 2 months ago this time I had a mash place the hernia I had was a ventral repair with mesh implant

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I hope you fully recover and get back to what you enjoy.

@davidjohn3006 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting and informative Thank you.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@LSWHP 10 ай бұрын

Awesome!! Thank you!!!

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

You're welcome

@user-eb4ve7dy9r 9 ай бұрын

Very helpful information thank you.

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

Great!

@cronos_07 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. 🙏💕

@ExerciseForHealth 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

@shahidimam2549 9 күн бұрын

Thanks for informations

@ExerciseForHealth 5 күн бұрын

You're welcome

@elim7228 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that is some great advice!

@ExerciseForHealth 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@ranjithsomarathna9562 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much doctor

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thanks, but I'm not a doctor!

@alphamale3141 Жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thank you so very much. I’ll be 76 in about 6 weeks. I’ve been training with weights since I was about 13 and to this day, I’m always seeking slight progressive overload. About 10 years ago, I developed an inguinal hernia. I would rather not undergo surgery because I couldn’t go 3 months without weight training and the surgery doesn’t always permanently correct the problem. At my age, I would lose a lot of muscle mass that I’ve worked so hard to preserve. Consequently, each workout is like a round of Russian Roulette!!

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome and I hope you can stay safe on your gym workouts

@danielbalboa4537 Жыл бұрын

When I was 18y old I had a inguinal hernia to the left side ....I immediately went to the doctor and eventually had it removed...it was a unpleasant experience but iam glad that it's all over with

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing and glad you're OK now.

@lonewolf.1751 Жыл бұрын

Very cool and informative video there, many thanks for this.👍👍

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@thomasjohn838 Жыл бұрын

Very informative video.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@thespanish21god86 Жыл бұрын

GREAT video and VERY well explained!

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback!

@JamesLee-hp5hg Жыл бұрын

Your presentaiom of hernia is grate, I hope you more symptom case show us. I have minor hernia problems running more detail. Thank you so much

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@enriquelopez9124 Жыл бұрын

Awesome information for Hernia sufferers

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@user-fi9ji6jl4u 2 ай бұрын

THANKS😀

@ExerciseForHealth 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@djjonnybong Жыл бұрын

Thanks muchly 🙏🏻

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Any time!

@francisalanbeattie4458 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Meaney thanks..

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@normamacleod8215 9 ай бұрын

Excellent info bideo

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

Thanks

@akilinoelieisar1113 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your good informations!

@ExerciseForHealth 8 ай бұрын

You're welcome

@ArumugamA-oi2uh 2 ай бұрын

Good

@bangslamwham88 Жыл бұрын

A few months ago I developed an inguinal hernia and I've been adviced to avoid exercises such as squats, crunches, sit-ups and lunges, but I read elsewhere that I can do squats as longs as I do them without any weights other than my own body weight.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

A hernia shouldn't stop you from doing most things. Just be more aware of what can make it worse if you're lifting too heavy for example.

@beowulf916 Жыл бұрын

Since I was diagnosed with my inguinal hernia, I've stopped doing heavy squats and crunches. I do cable pulls to either side, and stop if I feel any pain in that area. I also do bench presses, being careful not to activate my core too much, and arm exercises including dumbbell curls, tricep extensions, and overhead presses.

@Fearzero 8 ай бұрын

I use a truss and lift exactly the same. 5 months in and hernia grew a bit but it's no biggie. Surgery in 2 weeks.

@carlsimmons305 9 ай бұрын

Really useful & highlighted some considerations for recovery :-), thank you

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

@thatmanoverthere608 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir 👍

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@Bapuji42 Ай бұрын

I had my inguinal hernia "repaired" with mesh and it's back after eight months. Thanks doc!

@bobbomcturd1977 Ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that mate

@ExerciseForHealth Ай бұрын

Oh dear!

@justgivemethetruth Жыл бұрын

I noticed you mentioned the mesh. Most of the literature I've read says that the mesh is the standard procedure for a hernia these days, but that having a foreign body in your body is dangerous and many of them cause a problem or get infected. The alternative was the old style surgical fix which is still done by the Cleveland Clinic who are touted as experts in this surgery. Any comment on that, pro or con?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Couldn't comment on that as it's more of a medical question and I only specialise in exercise advice, not surgical treatment. Good that you're researching it though.

@theexisting1197 Жыл бұрын

@@ExerciseForHealth well said... Respectfully✌🏾

@beowulf916 Жыл бұрын

I've heard that too; the first surgeon I talked to tried to push the mesh fix onto me, so I'm currently trying to find a surgeon that will fix it by stitching the muscle together (the old way) and will take my insurance.

@justgivemethetruth Жыл бұрын

@@beowulf916 Cleveland Clinic

@M-i-k-a-e-l Жыл бұрын

Shouldice method and Desarda method.

@ronalbertoroccosan4418 10 ай бұрын

Hey Thanks, I just finished doing the first exercise worked great. I' m usually in a lot of pain in my groin sometimes for hours. The pain was with me for a couple of hours. I layed down and did 3 sets of your exercises when I got up no pain n. Un Milagro.

@ExerciseForHealth 10 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

@quangthangle1808 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful information, i has inguinal hernia and due for surgery in a week, I work out in a gym and lift quite heavy with a little discomfort for 4-5 years, very sad if I has to stop training after surgery .Are there any alternatives way or exercise you can suggest after the surgery, thanks.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Other than the advice in this video, I wouldn't be able to suggest anything for you individually. Please speak with a doctor/ surgeon for their advice.

@lgic1 2 ай бұрын

Thank for sharing. I have an indirect inguinal hernia containing fat.

@ExerciseForHealth 2 ай бұрын

Welcome

@kanwardeepsingh9067 Жыл бұрын

Thank you posting an extremely informative video, wanted to ask you whether we can start doing exercises like weighted squats, dead lifts etc. after 9 months of laparoscopic Inguinal hernia surgery or do we need to wait longer or worse is to completely avoid these exercises?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Weight lifting should be OK, but not extremely heavy. If you're unsure check with your doctor.

@kanwardeepsingh9067 Жыл бұрын

@@ExerciseForHealth Thanks

@alanzemsky7695 3 ай бұрын

Great advice! Overall would you safe that basic yoga poses would be ok with a small hernia? I'm swim a lot and do lots of walking without any discomfort.

@ExerciseForHealth 3 ай бұрын

Yes they should be OK.

@a090006 7 ай бұрын

thanks for this video!What about skiing after surgery?

@ExerciseForHealth 7 ай бұрын

Hmmm, check with your doctor/ surgeon on this one. I'm guessing it might be OK after a certain time period, but I'm no medical practitioner.

@alanzemsky7695 7 ай бұрын

Very interesting information!! I’m a big swimmer and want to know if during exercises in water can help with a hernia.

@ExerciseForHealth 7 ай бұрын

I can't see swimming being a high risk, but check with your doctor if you are unsure

@darissehovic64 12 сағат бұрын

I have femoral hernia but it doesnt cause any problems i dont even feel like i have a hernia, should i continue going to the gym and regular exercises(i am not lifting too heavy weights) and pay attention for changes or should i go straight to surgery and wait for recovery?

@picklesandoxfordcommas Жыл бұрын

do you have a full video of examples of exercises to do when you have a hernia?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

No as I could offer so many the video will be days long!!! I've tried to caution what what to be aware of in this video so you can use your own judgement when it comes to exercise.

@JanStedehouder Жыл бұрын

Thank you, ran into a inguinal hernia a few weeks ago, just two months before running my first marathon, and I was looking for advice how to proceed with the training program from now on. Your video gave me some good insights and auggestions. Perhaps the marathon is still doable, while awaiting surgery, if the body can handle it. 👍🏼

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@miimiibrownny424 Жыл бұрын

Good day sir, please I need help, I've this big bulge on top my navel, did scan, and it says I've umbilical hernia, I want to go for surgery but I'm scared, cuz I heard hernia's always come back after surgery. Please help, I need advice.

@davelinkson1 6 ай бұрын

I've last week been diagnosed with hernia in my upper left abdomen, which started as what felt like a side strain in late 2019 which didn't go away and the minor ache would come and go, now in recent months I've noticed a hard bump has appeared which isnt tender to touch or push, but am aware it's there sometimes with a momentary ache which radiates slightly and maybe a slight pulling feeling. It doesn't bother me too much and I can carry on with my daily activities, including some walking and jogging,just being a tad careful of putting any strenuous strain on the area. So the excercise given in the video could be of benefit to me. Thanks.

@ExerciseForHealth 6 ай бұрын

Glad it has helped

@krippaxxuseredarlordofthes9940 6 ай бұрын

is it possible to build connective tissue over the hole, so the inguinal hernia wont be healed, but wont be causing issues anymore? i have a 8mm hernia or another doctor called it weak groin, when he couldnt find the hole. also no visible bulg, since the muscles down there have no hole yet. but i also learned that the hole doesnt repair itself, so im curious, if there are other ways to reduce the pain, the (probably) inflammation caused from the tissue being squeezed slightly ever down there, especially when doing lots of sports, like i am in my late 20s. also my doctor advised me against a surgery with mesh. he told me basically i should think about if i want a lifelong plastic piece in my body.

@ExerciseForHealth 6 ай бұрын

This is more of a medical question for a doctor, so please take their advice.

@cetinky6768 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting.How many days can ı start to play squash after surgery.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Speak to your doctor to get individual advice.

@evan-kylelardinois2729 6 ай бұрын

I have two, low grade abdominis rectus tears. I cannot see the specialist til late March cuz of scheduling. I am a triathlete. Anything twisting, like running and swimming with kicking I have ruled out cuz I feel slight pain. I do not feel any pain biking or swimming with a float buoy between my legs. The initial Dr. said it is ok to continue activity that is tolerable. What do you think? Should I be more cautious? I feel I could get the injuries to heal with pt and staying away from twisting activities.

@ExerciseForHealth 6 ай бұрын

I am not a doctor so couldn't advise you, so probably best to take the advice of your doctor or seek advice from a sports physiotherapist.

@emirpl9778 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this good information. I had laparoscopic hernia surgery and I am thinking of starting fitness in 3 months. I would be very happy if you could write down the exercises that should definitely not be done. Or is there no such restriction for laparoscopic?

@ExerciseForHealth 2 ай бұрын

You need to speak to a physio therapist who can advise you accordingly.

@emirpl9778 Ай бұрын

@@ExerciseForHealth thank you so much !

@alvinprettyman1802 Жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR POSTING

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

No problem!

@michaelrosspearson9756 Жыл бұрын

Thankyou for this vid. You feel sometimes like your the only one in the world with a hernia when you cant talk to anyone about it. Where please can I purchase online the belt in the vid. I cannot make out the label name.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Check out Amazon and put in the search bar "hernia belt" and you'll have a number of options!

@tecmissle9256 Жыл бұрын

I got umbilical hernia doing bodyweight exercises and squatting with bands, It is small but idont know which exercises to eliminate I was doing only dips , pull ups , rows and push ups, sometimes abwheel (trying steady and doing it properly) planks and biceps curls and tri extensions with green and purple band that’s about it. Idk what to change I am calling doctors tomorrow and we will se it is not big small only and I think not my intestines but only fat is coming out and it is forming a little bump. I did exercise today no problem but no core, I really needed to strengthen my core now idk should I do core at all.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I would get it checked out first to check it is a hernia, then some core exercises may be OK as long as there isn't too much pressure through the abdomen. Take the advice of your doctor though.

@ElvisPresleyE 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Must subscribe. I have a left inguinal hernia.

@ExerciseForHealth 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@biotestguy4207 2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@tafadzwachikweye9461 2 жыл бұрын

@@ExerciseForHealth loved it too

@theedge269 3 ай бұрын

Could you recommend a calisthenics routine for one year post inguinal mesh?

@ExerciseForHealth 3 ай бұрын

Not without knowing the client

@harrystorey5278 Жыл бұрын

I have an Umbilical Hernia and was wondering if it safe for me to use my Concept 2 rowing machine???

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

That should be OK. Just be conservative initially and see how it feels.

@TranceHeed Жыл бұрын

I have a bump above belly button and under sternum. Only noticeable when breathing in. Not sore but annoying to see and feel fatigue when jogging. Any advice? Thanks.

@mattybricks8003 Жыл бұрын

Surgery

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I would suggest seeking the advice from your doctor.

@user-wr9pk4lu8s 5 ай бұрын

Yes see your doctor, I've got one as you describe plus a belly button hernia half the size of a tennis ball, I'm 68 yrs and waiting open surgery, to be honest I'm scared as I will have one or very little care for me after leaving hospital, but I think it needs sorting.

@shivajigaikwad2852 10 ай бұрын

Thanks Sir 😁😁☺️

@ExerciseForHealth 10 ай бұрын

You're welcome

@dannyblaq9433 8 ай бұрын

I just caught an inguinal hernia; most of the information you get out here is so pre-canned and from a doctor basically telling you only to do walking, swimming, yoga, and cycling. However, different instances may or may not apply, and KZfaq really gives you a bunch of whatever info just for "content". I got my inguinal hernia playing Top Golf 3 weeks ago, and I thought I pulled a muscle or strained my groin and didn't think anything of it. I worked out the next day doing legs (deadlifts, squats, etc), and two days later, I did chest, and I just felt sore in my groin thinking it was because of the Top Golf. After the shower, it's when I noticed the bulge, at first, I had no clue what it was, after extensive googling. I figured out it was the inguinal hernia. I watched dozens of videos, and most of them I found very bad and you have to piece things together yourself based on your condition. This conclusion works for me until I get my surgery in about 6 weeks. I had the hernia for about 3 weeks, and it was protruding but would reduce after I lay down. I did some of the exercises I found online from those that claimed you can self-heal the hernia, but merely because it made some sense to me, which were the stomach vacuums, I would retract and maybe strengthen some so the bulge would stay small. The main thing is to keep pressure off the hernia sucking in your stomach, I believe, pushes your insides back some. I purchased a hernia belt that I put on laying down when the hernia is completely back inside which seems to keep it in place and allows me to do normal things. I now lift weights after I laid off for a some days to see how it would affect me and I made modifications legs - I don't do anything that puts pressure on my abdominals like squats, deadlifts, etc, I mainly do isolated machine stuff like standing leg curls for one leg at a time which allows me to focus on the leg and reduce my pressure, I do leg extensions and reduce the weight so I don't strain. Upper body I do lat pull downs (lighter weight and focus on breathing and that the pull is coming from my back), I do seated rows where you have that pad in your chest so the pull comes from your arms and back and you keep pressure off you abs. I do bench presses and keep it light so there is no squeezing or straining with my abs, for inclines I opted for the hammer strength to have more control. Biceps I do the seated curls because the weight stays on your arms. Shoulders I use machines now, nothing that puts weight over my head and requires the core to stabilize. What I pay attention to is staying off anything that tightens your core and requires you to strain, squeeze and/or push. If you can do exercises that allows you relax your core and focus on the body parts you are working out, it works for me. I do lots of walking on inclines but no running to avoid the impact. I do stomach vaccums to alleviate some of the discomfort and make sure I wear the belt. I am restricted for a bit but at least I can still focus on my gym routine with modifications and of course use lighter weights and more reps. But again what works for me may not work for you because your hernia may be very different than mine. You just have to listen to your body and experiment with things that you feel is best for you. But if you take general advice all you can do is walking and swimming and yoga and that's not a solution for some of us.

@ExerciseForHealth 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment and sharing your experience.

@AZ-gs6hj 6 ай бұрын

Did you have surgery yet? I got an umbilical hernia. Not sure what caused it. Didn’t feel anything. Just looked at my stomach and noticed a bulge that I can push in. I got an appointment to get it checked out next week, but have still been lifting with similar modifications to my training. I just hit legs today and although I’m not lifting as heavy as before, I still got a great workout. Been using my belt a belt more and avoiding any deadlifts. Really being mindful of using the targeted muscle rather than horsing the weight up. Wonder if I should wait on the surgery or get it done soon. I wouldn’t mind if it didn’t get bigger, but always a chance it could get bigger and start causing pain.

@Steph13ANNIE Ай бұрын

Thank you, I was looking for this type of information!

@Shalini1988. 2 жыл бұрын

Hey... What if there is a pain again after laproscopic left inguinal hernia surgery at the same place?? It's been around 9 months now... Resumed upper body weight lifting with 5 kg dumbbells.. Asking for my husband.

@ExerciseForHealth 2 жыл бұрын

It's worth getting it checked, as it is possible to get a new hernia in/ near the location of the repaired one, so if he is experiencing pain, best to get it checked out by his doctor.

@brucemaher7621 Жыл бұрын

I just had my inguinal hernia surgery 3days ago and just worked out that the pain killers is what is making me in more pain as the pills 💊 are making my pain come and go ... I am Carnivore diet and pain free for 2 years now ...but the pain killers are what given me pain it’s silly I know... Dr Ken Berry BBBE..

@mattybricks8003 Жыл бұрын

@@brucemaher7621 dude if you just got surgery you dont workout for 3 weeks lmao you probably re opened the hernia

@vancebricker428 11 ай бұрын

Thank for the advice and I am going in in2 days for my second mesh very informative post thanks 🙏

@IntuitiveInterpretations 8 ай бұрын

Laying on the operating table and dying (literally). Had a hernia for 15 years and it twisted, after lifting a box. Part of the dead intestine had to be removed then eventually had a mesh put in.

@ExerciseForHealth 8 ай бұрын

Oh wow, hope you're OK

@alanzemsky7695 7 ай бұрын

You mentioned strangulation- is this a small percentage of actually happening and if you have no visible lump can you try and wait before doing surgery if you can manage it?

@ExerciseForHealth 7 ай бұрын

I don't think it's very common but it can happen. Some people only opt for surgery when it gets worse.

@paul-my9ey 4 ай бұрын

how about doing an exercise plan for an inigual hernia ie a few useful exercises to do because ive stoped exercising because i have an inigual hernia eg cycling etc

@ExerciseForHealth 4 ай бұрын

Most exercises will be OK other than those shown/ explained in the video that pose a higher risk. Cycling will be fine.

@pablito1904 Күн бұрын

Hi, so what are the safest exercice to minimally train the abs with an inguinal hernia ?

@ExerciseForHealth Күн бұрын

Take a look here at 1:40 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l6l-fZN3vrvaqYU.html

@krippaxxuseredarlordofthes9940 6 ай бұрын

also for laparoscopic surgery with tapp, it loooks like the mesh folds at the end, with the surgeon having no visible control over the placement, when the gas is removed from the belly chamber. have you seen such videos or done surgery yourself? it looks very unctrollable

@ExerciseForHealth 6 ай бұрын

I am not a doctor, I teach exercise to people, so it's probably best to speak with your doctor.

@2010waslit Жыл бұрын

Hey i had hernia when I was a kid but now that I am almost 23 i just found out yesterday that I got another hernia in my testicular part i don’t know name of that specific hernia and I should have another surgery in the following months, I love soccer and my question is, can i still play soccer after I get the surgery or should I permanently stop ?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

This is an individual question which I can't answer, so please ask this question to your surgeon.

@gamalalnehmi1488 Жыл бұрын

Can you tell the range of too heavy weight in kilograms in lifting pls

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Not really because what is "heavy" is different for everyone! Think of it as how much effort you need to put in to lift the weight for one rep. If it's hard, then it's heavy for you!

@sunilgopichund2344 Жыл бұрын

Hello i tore my stomach muscle long time ago but it did not heal what can i do to heal the muscle

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

It's difficult for me to advise as I can't assess you and I don't know which muscle you're referring to (rectus abdominus/ tranverse abdominus/ internal oblique/ external oblique etc). If it was a long time ago, it's probably healed but not properly (scar tissue left). Speak to a physical therapist who may be able to help you following an individual assessment, but generally gentle strengthening of the affected muscles allowing blood flow to the area will help.

@rmsai5748 Жыл бұрын

I'm 63 and already had 4 surgery & the last surgery is to remove total set if uterus . After that for the last 3 years now I have hernia in 4 places. Due to my corona last year I have total muscle loss and my stomach and body is very feeble. Guide me plz. I may go for surgery by March.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

For individual advice, you need to speak to a doctor

@kennethmarchon9598 Жыл бұрын

HOW LONG SHOULD ONE USE THE HERNIA BELT . PLEASE ADVICE

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I can't answer this I'm afraid. Speak to your doctor for individual advice

@snomad2248 2 ай бұрын

yeah, but how do we maintain our gains/aesthetics with the weeks of gloom?

@ExerciseForHealth 2 ай бұрын

Not sure what this means as you can still exercise.

@dojakhalifa9755 2 ай бұрын

I had an open hernia surgery like a month ago i spoke with my doc and he told me u can go to the gym after 3months

@ExerciseForHealth 2 ай бұрын

Great!

@jardelguimaraes2197 Жыл бұрын

Bom dia! Tenho hernia umbilical de 1,1 cm, meu umbigo é normal, ser eu fazer corrida de rua, esse furo pode aumentar?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Apologies, I can't read this so don't know what it says.

@mj6709 28 күн бұрын

I only feel pain only in physical sports activities like running it is sign of hernia?

@ExerciseForHealth 25 күн бұрын

I obviously can't answer this. Check with a doctor/ physical therapist that can examine you

@miodragdobrota9262 5 ай бұрын

I started today first time excersise.

@ExerciseForHealth 5 ай бұрын

Hope it goes well

@BozaCukuranovic3223 9 ай бұрын

Hello, Does having the inguinal canal open mean that a hernia will develop there for sure? Should I pay attention to the way I exercise? Much appreciated.

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

Not sure what you mean by having inguinal canal open, but hopefully this link will help answer your question: www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/inguinal-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20351547

@BozaCukuranovic3223 9 ай бұрын

cheers@@ExerciseForHealth

@TVRAO-f2j Жыл бұрын

I had an inguinal hernia RT for 30 yrs.. since 2yrs I was using belt … while long standing and due to routine house works I had little out rightside while on bed that outcame will slowly go inside without any problem .. any more suggestion Pl..

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I would speak to a doctor that knows you for individual advice

@honestymweene4439 Жыл бұрын

My child is 10 years and has symptoms of left inguinal hernia but it hasn't the intestine hasn't bulged yet.He experiences volming, upper inginal sharp pain.Since I had it as father is very tried give him what to and what not and symptoms are slow going off.question can it repair on its own or he needs surgery?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

You should seek medical advice for your child, as I cannot answer this.

@beowulf916 Жыл бұрын

Vomiting is a symptom of something more severe, like strangulated hernia. If that's the case, he needs it corrected ASAP or it can become life-threatening.

@Ronny21175 Жыл бұрын

Sir ive had a inguinal hernia surgery on mid 2019 its been more than 2 years now so now can i go for the gym?? Just wanted to know reason ive gained too much of weight.

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

It should be OK after that length of time. Check with your doctor if you are unsure though.

@dennisrkb Жыл бұрын

Had 3 surgeries already. My dad had 6. Is there any hope for me exercising ever again?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Yes I should hope so!

@smarcis2 5 ай бұрын

Please do a video on the vertical separation of the abs. Thanks!

@ExerciseForHealth 5 ай бұрын

Are you referring to diastasis recti during pregnancy?

@smarcis2 5 ай бұрын

Yes. However, I've heard that men can have it too. I found out that I have it. Can you exercise with this condition? Are there specific exercises that could help the condition? Thanks!!

@ExerciseForHealth 5 ай бұрын

@@smarcis2 I found this at Tone & Tighten who specialises in this topic, worth a watch here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/arOEoZd13rfSpZ8.html

@marcodeluca4068 3 ай бұрын

I have no symptoms maybe a little weakness on the left side when I am pulling up my pants not really convince because it was that one time. But if I press with my four fingers, I feel something that moves away from my fingers not sure what that is or if its normal there's not pain when I do this either. Is there a way to examine myself?

@ExerciseForHealth 3 ай бұрын

This is a question for your doctor to ensure you get the right advice.

@jamiecrouch9069 Жыл бұрын

Had both open and inner and about to pain a 3 as it's back

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I hope it gets better for you.

@kourakis 9 ай бұрын

An inguinal hernia is ‘not likely to heal itself’? How does one increase the small odds of healing?

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

I'm not sure how as it's a tear in the lining.

@jena2664 8 ай бұрын

Had a hernia and they put a mesh and i had a reaction to it. I had it remove and did a sutures procedure.

@ExerciseForHealth 8 ай бұрын

Oh dear!

@kumailabbas5864 5 ай бұрын

I have minor hernia, it is not felt by looking at it but when I push my skin at umbilical position I feel something hard, doctor said it is minor. I am being fatty coz I have stopped exercise since long time. I don’t feel any pain or irritation. Should I go to gym and do weight lifting or should I avoid it.

@ExerciseForHealth 5 ай бұрын

Get your doctors advice.

@Sartunino3 Жыл бұрын

Man I was doing front squats with the wrong form i went up with all my strength and I think pulled all these hernias

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Hope this helps!

@aarontshiunza2290 Жыл бұрын

Hello doctar

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I'm not a doctor

@johnpaologutierrez6473 2 жыл бұрын

can I jog or run even if i have a umbilical hernia?

@ExerciseForHealth 2 жыл бұрын

It might be OK if your hernia isn't causing you any problems (pain etc). The high impact nature of jogging/ running shouldn't affect it too much, it's more of the internal pressure build up (i.e. straining) that can make it worse.

@ericpantaleone5250 5 ай бұрын

Had a umbilical hernia for over 20 years , with 2 belts have squatted and deadlifted up to 700 still ok

@ExerciseForHealth 5 ай бұрын

Well done!

@hemedrashid7186 Жыл бұрын

Doctor what can I do , I have inguinal hernia

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

I'm not a doctor, but please consult one for individual advice

@dttruman 9 ай бұрын

Is just taking a 30-45 minute walk considered exercising as compared to other types of workout exercises?

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

It's certainly physical activity, but if it's hill walking or more strenuous, then you could consider it as exercise.

@mattybricks8003 Жыл бұрын

If you have a hernia all back workouts hurt except lat pull downs

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Interesting.

@beowulf916 Жыл бұрын

I've done back extensions with some success, despite my inguinal hernia. I also have a bulging disc between L5 and S1, so building a strong back is important to me.

@JoeS-ej4gn 10 ай бұрын

Not for me, but I do wear a hernia belt while exercising

@aarontshiunza2290 Жыл бұрын

How Can i get all yours explications in french ?

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I don't speak other languages, sorry.

@aarontshiunza2290 Жыл бұрын

Because, after my opération, 2 yaers ago not feel better

@Tiborqius Жыл бұрын

I have one question. Can you do side and front split stretching exercises with inguinal hernia? I generally do them every day, so far i haven't noticed to have negative effects on the hernia. However, just to be on the safe side, i would like to know if i can keep doing them. Thank you!

@ExerciseForHealth Жыл бұрын

It might be OK if the fascia around the hernia isn't put under pressure. It's difficult to answer this though not knowing you, so it might be worth getting individual advice from a doctor.

@mihailomarceta1009 9 ай бұрын

Hi. I have a very small inguinal hernia. My doctor told me to do ab exercises as much as possible in order to strenghten the core. However, I have read in many places that ab exercises can actually worsen this condition. Do you have any advise regarding this?

@lamarinaelche 9 ай бұрын

I have the same, and been told NOT to engage in any exercise that increases the abdominal cavity pressure, which in turn, may aggravate or worsen the extent of your small hernia. So we’re talking Planks, Squats , abdominal stretches and basic core where the AB’s are contracted , increasing abdominal pressure which may push an inguinal hernia further through the muscle wall. I’m here to find clear information as to exactly what strengthening exercises are safe to perform around an inguinal hernia. Still looking!

@ExerciseForHealth 9 ай бұрын

Don't do any exercises that contract the main abdominal muscles on the front of the stomach such as sit ups/ crunches/ plank/ ab roller etc. This will increase intra abdominal pressure and potentially make the hernia worse. Deep abdominal exercises such as a side lying lower abdomen gentle pull (drawing lower abdomen below belly button about 1-2 inches towards the spine) will be beneficial though as this will target the corset like TA muscle.

@lamarinaelche 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your helpful comment @Exercise For Health. Will try that as I’m sleeping on my left side anyway, and prefer the recovery position as I think the pressure is off the abdominal wall that way . I do a lot of walking and have got into the habit of drawing my abdominal muscle up and in under gentle tension for mist of the walk. Would you say it’s aggravating my hernia & may have even exacerbated it ? I’ve just got so used keeping my abs drawn in !

@mihailomarceta1009 9 ай бұрын

@@ExerciseForHealth Thanks for the suggestions!

@mihailomarceta1009 9 ай бұрын

@@ExerciseForHealthOne more question, do you recommend wearing a weightlifting belt while lifting? Would this be beneficial or would it increase intra abdominal pressure?