As with any surgery, recovery takes time- but being mindful of your post-surgery care is critical for full healing. When it comes to hernia surgery recovery, it is a gradual process that depends on the kind of surgery performed (laparoscopic surgery or open hernia surgery for example) and your overall health. Every case is different,…
For many patients, hernia surgery recovery time is about 4 to 6 weeks, although you may feel substantially better and return to light everyday activities much sooner. Some people with uncomplicated minimally invasive repairs return to desk work within several days to two weeks, while heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, and physically demanding jobs often require…
A hernia is when tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles or connective tissue. The primary hernia causes include heavy lifting with improper technique that creates increased pressure on abdominal muscles, chronic constipation leading to repeated straining during bowel movements, persistent chronic cough putting continuous pressure on weak spots, and previous surgery…
This is a common concern from patients regarding driving after hernia surgery. While understandable, there are driving restrictions post-op, and it is critical to follow the doctor’s instructions and medical advice to ensure that your recovery is as smooth as possible. This blog breaks down how fast you can get back to cruising on the…
A hernia is a health condition where tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles or connective tissue. Hernias form in area of weakness, such as the belly button, the groin area, or previous surgical incisions, and can be worsened by obesity. It’s critical to understand what different types of hernias exist and…