All body parts, including the spine, are subjected to increased pressure as your weight increases. Each additional pound you gain imposes four additional pounds of force on your joints and spine. That means your risk of nerve compression syndrome significantly rises if you are obese. What is Nerve Compression Syndrome? When a nerve is crushed… Read More
Are you experiencing pain in your pelvic region – anywhere in the groin, lower abdomen or inner thigh (the adductor region)? If so, it could be an athletic pubalgia, a strain or sprain commonly referred to as a sports hernia, even though it is not a hernia. Athletic pubalgia is damage to the muscles, ligaments… Read More
Ventral hernias occur when the muscles of the abdominal wall are weakened and internal organs, such as bowel loops and fatty content, push through, creating a bulge. Ventral hernias can be extremely painful, but some people feel no symptoms at all. There are three types of ventral hernias: an epigastric hernia in the stomach area,… Read More
A hernia is a point where an organ, such as the intestines, protrude through the connective tissue that holds them in place. People can be born with congenital hernias or develop them later in life. Often hernias are painful and in some cases, they can cause serious problems. Most hernias won’t go away on their… Read More
Hernias can occur at any weak point along the abdominal wall between the chest and hips. In a weak muscle, an internal organ can slip through, creating a protrusion that can be painful. Even if your hernia is not causing you discomfort, it is important to have it treated quickly. It can become larger, affecting… Read More
For at least the past 3500 years, athletes have been discovering strange, tender lumps on their bellies and groin and asking their physician for a solution. Left untreated, they may cause nausea, pressure or pain when coughing, as well as weakness and numbness. Every so often, the situation may even become critical, if the hernia… Read More
Millions of people are living with a hernia right now. While not an ideal situation, most hernias are uncomfortable or painful, but not an immediate risk to your health. However, there are hernias that can pose a serious risk to your health and even be life threatening, usually a strangulated hernia. Also, a hernia that… Read More
Laparoscopy is becoming a common term for many people, even those outside the medical field. We hear about having a “scope” as an option for certain medical procedures. Breaking down what laparoscopy is and how it’s used can help you understand and prepare should you need one. What Is Laparoscopy? Laparoscopic surgery is also called… Read More
Nerve compression syndrome is a painful condition that is caused by a squeezed or compacted nerve. There are several causes for this syndrome, and fortunately, treatments are available that can help lessen pain and restore your quality of life. Nerve Compression Syndrome Causes and Types This syndrome is more than likely caused by repetitive injuries… Read More
Did you know your belly button can be a point of weakness in your abdominal wall? When this weakness occurs, part of your intestine can slip between the opening in the abdominal muscles. This is called an umbilical hernia. There are different treatments, depending on the severity of the hernia and your lifestyle factors. It… Read More