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Inguinal Hernia
What is an inguinal hernia?
An inguinal hernia occurs when a portion of the abdominal contents protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. Physiotherapy can play an important role in managing symptoms and supporting recovery, particularly before or after surgery.
How does an inguinal hernia happen?
Inguinal hernias often develop during activities that increase pressure inside the abdomen, such as lifting heavy objects, coughing, or straining. This increased pressure can force a portion of the abdominal contents through a weak spot in the lower abdominal wall or muscles.
What are the symptoms of an inguinal hernia?
Inguinal hernias cause pain on one side of the lower abdomen, just above the genitals. Pain is typically aggravated by activities such as lifting, pushing, or coughing. A visible or palpable bulge in the groin area is often present, especially when standing or straining. Other symptoms include:
- A feeling of heaviness or dragging in the groin
- Aching or burning sensation at the site of the bulge
- Swelling around the testicles (in men) if the hernia extends into the scrotum
- Discomfort that worsens toward the end of the day
- Relief of symptoms when lying down
What should I do if I have an inguinal hernia?
If you have or suspect you have an inguinal hernia, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible. This is important because, in some cases, inguinal hernias can become incarcerated (trapped) or strangulated (where the blood supply to the tissue is cut off), both of which require emergency surgery. Prompt diagnosis will help determine the severity of the hernia and the appropriate course of treatment, which may include surgical repair or conservative management with physiotherapy if appropriate.
Physiotherapy treatment following an inguinal hernia repair.
Following an inguinal hernia repair, your physiotherapist can guide you through core stability and pelvic floor exercises designed to strengthen the lower abdominal muscles and support a safe, effective return to normal activity.
- Postural education to reduce strain on the abdominal area during daily activities.
- Breathing techniques to manage intra-abdominal pressure during movement.
- Progressive strengthening exercises targeting the deep abdominal and hip muscles.
- Manual therapy to reduce post-operative scar tissue tightness.
- Guided return-to-exercise programmes to safely reintroduce activities like walking, lifting, and sport.
What shouldn’t I do if I have an inguinal hernia?
If you have or suspect you have an inguinal hernia, it is important not to ignore the problem, as delaying medical attention can lead to complications and may require urgent surgical intervention.
Could there be any long-term effects from an inguinal hernia?
Inguinal hernias do not heal on their own and typically require surgery to repair the defect in the abdominal wall. Recovery after inguinal hernia repair usually occurs within a few weeks, with most individuals experiencing no long-term effects.
To arrange an appointment, please call +65 81535374 or visit acephysiosports.com.
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