In many cases, yes. If you have a hernia and it is not causing pain or limiting your activities, you can often keep working without special restrictions. That said, the answer depends in part on how the hernia was discovered and whether it is being treated as a...
Short answer: maybe not. Age and heart disease don’t automatically rule out safe hernia surgery. It’s worth coming in for an evaluation so we can look at your risks and options. Why an evaluation mattersModern surgery is far more adaptable than it used to be. Many...
Very likely. What you describe—a sudden bulge in the groin with discomfort after straining that then slips back in and the pain eases—is classic for a reducible inguinal hernia. A hernia is a weakness in the abdominal wall that lets tissue push out when pressure rises...
A hernia happens when part of an organ—often the intestine—pushes through a weak spot in the muscle wall. This can cause a bulge, discomfort, or pain. Many people wonder if they can avoid surgery by using a truss or hernia belt. A truss is a supportive garment that...
I Have a Hernia but Don’t Want Surgery. Is It Okay Just to Use a Truss? A truss (support belt) can make you more comfortable—but it won’t fix the problem.⛔ The hernia is still there.⚠️ It can get worse.🚨 In rare cases, it can become an emergency. 👉 In this post,...
