Question 1

can i run while having a hernia?

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Usually.: Aerobic exercise is unlikely to irritate an existing hernia unless it has reached a size where bowel incarceration is possible. If your hernia is small and not causing significant symptoms, keep on running!

Question 2

does having a hernia run in families?

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Somewhat: Hernias are more common in males, and there can be a hereditary type condition in which some men inherit collagen fibers are weaker or more likely to form hernias.

Question 3

i was operated on hernia ing. dex. one month ago. i have no pain anymore and i just want to make sure i won't damage the wound if i start running?

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Start gradually: Start gradually and increase over time....no pain, no problem......you can stretch a surgical scar....if you have pain at the site, but no hernia, use advil or aleve, wait till pain goes away, then gradually resume activity

Question 4

when after a hernia op can i start running and zumba again?

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Depends: It depends on the type of hernia and technique if repair. For most operations, activity as tolerated by pain is the rule. Check with your surgeon to be sure.

Question 5

would weight lifting or running/bicycling make a hernia worst?

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It is likely: Short answer is yes.  Anything that increased intra-abdominal pressure can extend (or worsen) a hernia.  Be careful.

Question 6

will a hernia affect breathing when running?

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It is possible: Depending an the site location of the hernia and if it is reducible may affect breathing.  Hernias that are not reducible usually cause pain and discomfort that can affect breathing.

Question 7

my son has an asymtomatic anterior tibialis hernia. is it ok to continue running? he has no pain at the moment. thank you.

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Hernia?: If there is no pain, probably ok to keep running. If you're not already doing so, a consultation with a sports medicine doctor is in order. The term hernia usually refers to the abdominal wall, and not the leg. Hope this helps!

Question 8

i'm an athlete with a minor hernia that is causes extreme pain when i run i i get surgery how fast will i be able to return to my intense running?

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Inguinal hernia : It depends how you get it done. If you get done the traditional  way , with a groin cut and mesh it will take you six weeks at least  to heal completely. If you find a surgeon that does laparoscopic (tepp) hernia repair then you can get back to normal much quicker.

Question 9

i have a pain in my left groin, could this be another hernia? abut 8 months ago i had surgery for a hernia on the right side of my groin for a hernia, but this doesn't feel like the other one did. its a constant pain that increases as i lift or run. i don

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It's : It's possible, but the pain doesn't sound like hernia pain.  Usually, if a hernia is painful, there is an obvious bulge or fullness.

Question 10

gp has said i may have hiatus hernia. no plans to investigate. i definitely have reflux. is it okay to exercise as normal, including ab exercises and running? i am a healthy weight?

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: Good that you’re not overweight bc excess weight worsens the problem. Swimming,jogging,fast walk,are good for you,but don’t lift weights.Yoga is good, not the inverted poses.Yoga breathing (diaphragmatic breathing)helps.Make it your routine.Sit,place one hand on the belly&amp;one on the chest.Breath all the air in,Let the air go.You’ll feel that the hand on the belly moves away from the belly. Repeat.

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I was operated on hernia ing. dex. one month ago. i have no pain anymore and i just want to make sure i won't damage the wound if i start running?

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When after a hernia op can i start running and zumba again?

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Would weight lifting or running/bicycling make a hernia worst?

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Will a hernia affect breathing when running?

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My son has an asymtomatic anterior tibialis hernia. is it ok to continue running? he has no pain at the moment. thank you.

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I'm an athlete with a minor hernia that is causes extreme pain when i run i i get surgery how fast will i be able to return to my intense running?

A member asked:

I have a pain in my left groin, could this be another hernia? abut 8 months ago i had surgery for a hernia on the right side of my groin for a hernia, but this doesn't feel like the other one did. its a constant pain that increases as i lift or run. i don

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Gp has said i may have hiatus hernia. no plans to investigate. i definitely have reflux. is it okay to exercise as normal, including ab exercises and running? i am a healthy weight?

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