Hernia Surgery Recovery: Managing Pain, Mesh & Recovery

Effective recovery from hernia repair involves managing post-operative pain and constipation. Recognize complications of abdominal mesh and activities to avoid.

Activities to Avoid If You Have Had Hernia Surgery

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Ian Kenney

A hernia is a defect in the musculature of the abdomen, a weakness or an actual opening, that can lead to a protrusion of the underlying abdominal wall. Severe cases can be seen and felt on the lower abdomen.