After an umbilical hernia repair what type of exercise program is recommended?

Generally , one: would avoid any exercise for 6 weeks that would stress the repair site while just doing mild cardiovascular conditioning such as walking . Once this initial phase has been passed, you should have a specific discussion with your surgeon as to what expectations in terms of an exercise regimen that may be anticipated including any restrictions that may be specific to your surgical repair.

As tolerated: After this type of operation, I usually tell my patients to return to their normal activity level as tolerated by pain and discomfort. Ask your surgeon to be sure, as there are different techniques of repair, and different in clinica circumstances such as obesity, smoking, immune system suppression, and heavy physical activity to name a few things that increase risk of recurrence. Hope this helps!