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Is it ok for someone with small inguinal hernia to run or as a minimum go for brisk walking?

Q: is it ok for someone with small inguinal hernia to run or as a minimum go for brisk walking?

: Yes. It will not harm the hernia. Only lifting heavy weights or straining will. if you can- best to have it fixed. Good luck

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Yes. It will not harm the hernia. Only lifting heavy weights or straining will. if you can- best to have it fixed. Good luck

Answered 9/13/2023

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A member asked:

Is it ok for someone with small inguinal hernia to run or as a minimum go for brisk walking?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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