“What activities to avoid after inguinal hernia surgery?”
I will have inguinal hernia surgery. What activities to avoid after inguinal hernia surgery?
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After inguinal hernia surgery, it is important to follow your surgeon's specific instructions. However, there are some general activities you may need to avoid to promote healing and prevent complications:
1. Heavy lifting: Avoid lifting heavy objects or engaging in strenuous activities that strain your abdominal muscles for at least 6-8 weeks after the surgery. This includes activities that require significant exertion such as weightlifting, intense exercise, or moving heavy furniture.
2. Straining during bowel movements: To prevent putting unnecessary pressure on the surgical site, avoid straining during bowel movements. Eat a diet high in fiber and drink plenty of fluids to promote regular bowel movements and prevent constipation.
3. Strenuous physical activity: Engaging in highly physical or high-impact activities should be avoided during the initial recovery period. This includes vigorous sports, running, jumping, or any activity that causes excessive s
1. Heavy lifting: Avoid lifting heavy objects or engaging in strenuous activities that strain your abdominal muscles for at least 6-8 weeks after the surgery. This includes activities that require significant exertion such as weightlifting, intense exercise, or moving heavy furniture.
2. Straining during bowel movements: To prevent putting unnecessary pressure on the surgical site, avoid straining during bowel movements. Eat a diet high in fiber and drink plenty of fluids to promote regular bowel movements and prevent constipation.
3. Strenuous physical activity: Engaging in highly physical or high-impact activities should be avoided during the initial recovery period. This includes vigorous sports, running, jumping, or any activity that causes excessive s
Should start walking immediately. In about 4 weeks start Aquatic therapy, cycling with walking.
