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I Have a Hernia! (NOW WHAT)

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m going to answer the most common questions about hernias and tell you what to do to fix a hernia if you get one (if you even need to. First, it helps to discuss a little bit about what a hernia even is. There are many different types of hernias but the one that is most commonly seen is called an inguinal hernia, which occurs in the inguinal canal or groin. At birth, you are born with a weakened tissue in the lower abdominal wall due to the opening that never fully closes called the inguinal ring. When intra-abdominal pressure rises, such as though coughing, sneezing, or lifting heavy weights, the contents of the abdomen can be pressed against this hole causing it to gradually break down over time. At the point that the hole is large enough, some of the internal structures, like the small intestine, can be pushed through the hole while still under the skin of course which can cause a dull or sharp ache in the groin area. Anyone that suffers a hernia when lifting will likely see a visible bulge in the area just to the right or left of the pubic area. The question then becomes whether or not you should have hernia surgery to fix the problem. If you were to opt for surgery there are two types of repairs that are performed. The first is one that isn-t often done anymore due to its increased failure rate. This is called a high tension repair. It involved sewing up the hole from the outside in. The sutures often break however as soon as IAP increases in the abdomen through any of the activities listed above. On the other hand, the mesh surgery is something much more commonly done these days. It is called a low tension repair because the hole is never attempted to be closed and the tension on the tissues in the area remains low. Instead, a large piece of mesh is implanted on the inner abdomen that covers the hole and prevents the contents from pushing through the hole. Even if the hole becomes bigger over time, the mesh is large enough to cover the area and prevent aggravating the symptoms again. I had two hernias in my life. The first was repaired laparoscopically with a mesh and has been holding up well for the last 10 years. The second occurred while demonstrating an exercise I was instructing you not to do, the one arm dumbbell row, back in 2013. I have lived with this hernia ever since and have opted to take a watch and wait approach. This is something that many choose to do as well but is it the right thing to do? If you choose not to get surgery you have to understand the risks and what type of things you need to be on the lookout for. First, you should try and avoid exercises like the one armed dumbbell row. The offloaded arm combined with the position of the knee up on the bench and the back leg behind you creates increased tension in the area while allowing gravity a better opportunity to push the inner abdominal contents down. A tripod stance on the exercise fixes many of the limitations that come with the performance of the exercise done this way. The other thing to be mindful of is the use of exercises that greatly increase intraabdominal pressure (IAP) like the deadlift, squat or even leg press. I-m not saying that you have to forego these exercises if you have a hernia. Not at all. In fact, I think that would be a greater mistake in the long run if you did. You simply have to understand that these exercises require greater bracing which increases IAP and places more inner to outer pressure that can increase risk of further herniation. Lowering the weight on the exercises a bit while wearing a belt can help to mitigate some of these stresses. The belt gives your abdomen something to press into while helping to keep the abdominal contents centralized. The lighter weights will decrease the increases in IAP that substantially heavy weights demand. You may explore alternative bracing techniques as well that decrease the need for IAP a bit by including a focus on isometric stabilization of the rectus abdominis and transverse abdominis. If you are looking for step by step workout plans that help you to build ripped athletic muscle while remaining injury free, be sure to head to athleanx. com and
Date: 2022-04-22

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Comments and reviews: 10

Douglas
I am literally hours post op hernia surgery. Waited for 3 years & finally got it fixed. I had a -golf ball- on the right that I would push back in. I also had two smaller tears (pronounced -tares- not like the salty discharge you get when sad) on the left. I got the 2 for 1 special. So I went in this morning at 7am. Robotic (Davinci) repair for both at 8: 30am. It took almost 2 hours. I awoke groggy at 1pm. 3 small incisions left, right & middle about inch and a half or less. The incisions are in a line about 2 to 3 inches above the belly button.
Right now things are pretty tender but I can get up and pee. Drinking lots of water ( good to get that flowing. Eating foods with fiber as important not to get constipated-the oxy will do that I-m told. I-m not taking it (or will avoid as much as possible after tomorrow morning. I don-t have any outer stitches as they put this glue type stuff so I can shower. Just don-t rub the area.
They also manscaped me and told me not to do it myself prior. I was unconscious when they did it but I-m sure it was done by a beautiful girl who secretly kept my number and will call me sometime (although the wife says not a chance.
Giving you these details cause it-s info you might not think about asking. Also going to utilize this to my advantage and sit on my ass & watch football all weekend. (Go Ducks)
Found this video because I wanted to know how soon and how to lift with a hernia & recalled Jeff mentioning he had a hernia in some older video and bingo found this!
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Bigdad
My name is Pete. I'm 53 and been following Jeff's many great videos for about a year now. The information he shares is spot on for men of my age that want to gain some muscle and improve quality of life with a no nonsense approach. Bringing what I learn here to the gym everyday has changed my life for the better in many ways. Cant put a number on how many guys at the gym I've shared these videos with.
I recently found out that I've developed diastasis recti. The first time I got a good look at what was going on, I was really shocked. Luckily my wife and oldest daughter are nurses, and they were able to talk me down from losing it over the bulge above my belly button. lol
Jeff, can this be corrected with the proper exercises and avoidance of others? If so, what are they specifically? I'll do whatever it takes to correct it this way and avoid surgery if it's possible.
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Alexander
For a while I was certain I had diverticulitis, because I'd have this discomfort in my lower left abdomen. Saw a gastro doc, had an ultrasound and he said it's likely an inguinal hernia. He said I actually had them on both sides, but I guess the left one is bigger. I've never really lifted 'heavy', and I don't feel pain when working out. I'd say it may flare up once a month for a few days, and then I'm good after 2-3 days of eating very light and lots of liquids. I also can't see any lump, but that's cause thanks to this pandemic, I gained a bit of weight and have a decent belly. Lesson learned. I hope/think in my case, weight loss will alleviate the issue. But if not, I guess the mesh repair is the way to go. Great video.
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jonathan
Jeff, I watch your videos all the time Hi Jesse. I have a right side hernia which I don't plan on fixing I'm 63. I got in the yard weeding while weighing my highest in my life 162lbs. I'm in the middle of losing that last touch of belly fat which I curse at every day. I just finishes my 12 weeks of weight lifting and serious calorie reduction, my muscles look great. I was doing different ab stuff and wasn't feeling any pain and the bulge didn't bother too much. Now after watching hernia stuff I'm petrified to even do anymore ab strengthening can you make a video on what is safe PLEASE and include Jesse in there! NOBODY HAS ANY VIDEOS I'VE SEEN ABOUT SAFE AB WORK WITH AN INGUINAL?
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OroWizard
Well, you probably hit my problem right on the bullseye. I have put on knee up braced while reaching across something hundreds, if not thousands, of times. Now, I am 68 and popped a hernia a few weeks ago. 1. Is an elastic hernia belt enough to really help prevent it from getting worse or do I need a heavy leather belt as you showed in the video? I have lost 60 plus pounds down to 186 on my 6'1- frame and realize I don't have any glutes, just wrinkles, so, and going to start shallow, no load squats and slowly work up to deep squats with weight. 2. Does the lapriscopic surgery put you back as good as new (young) except for conditioning?
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Matthew
Hey Jeff, My story is a lot like yours other than the fact that I'm older. I'm 56 and in 2012 I had an Inguinal Hernia. I had it repaired with a mesh, but it wasn't laparoscopic. In the last year I've drastically increased my workout intensity to try and get into the best shape of my life. Well I think I over did it and developed another hernia on the same side. Right now I have an appointment with my doctor, but in the meantime I'm trying to workout through it. No real pain, just a bump and I can feel it after an intense workout. Do you think some kind of hernia belt would work? I'd love to hear what you think. Thanks, Matt
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Ron
I would like to add that your repair and recovery from hernia surgery is going to be better: 1. While you are younger. 2. While it isn't bigger with more damage. Improve your outcome and get it done sooner rather than later if you have any doubt about watchful waiting. Within 30 days you will be back to pretty much normal without the injury. Rather than years of being careful and then it getting bigger/worse like mine did and THEN getting it done. I also went with a specialist: Todd S. Harris, MD, FACS
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twonk9495
had inguinal hernia surgery in August this year. I just noticed that it's back again and my doctor has referred me to the surgeon again. and I was also diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis earlier this year. My local gym also closed down. This year's been full of injuries, doctor/hospital appointments and trying to find new ways of training. It's been hell and I just want to be fit and healthy without hurting myself. :(
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Mark
I hope you'll share you thinking as to why you didn't get the second one repaired. I have one and when I talk to the surgeon he literally said -honestly, if I was you I don't know if I'd get the surgery or not-, and this is someone who does these exact surgeries for a living. There's a risk to not getting them but there's also a risk if you get the surgery - if it goes wrong you could be left with lifelong pain.
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darkmantis
I had one near my belly button and it was the weirdest feeling pushing it back in. Unlike most stubborn guys lol I immediately got it fixed. Never had a problem since. I-ve had friends who almost died and one friend waited until i got mine and now he had a scar going across his entire stomach. Mine is a half moon scar barely noticeable now. Get the surgery! It-s so easy and recovery is super wuicj
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