Why is it more frequent in athletes?

Activities that increase abdominal pressure may favor the appearance of hernias:

Bodybuilding

Cross training

Football or tennis

High-intensity running

Small weaknesses in the abdominal wall may become evident with exertion.

Can I continue training?

It depends on the symptoms.

If any:

Pain

Hernia enlargement

Discomfort during exercise

Ideally,reduce or stop temporarily.

The risk of continuing

Training with a hernia can:

Aggravate the size

Increase pain

Accelerate the need for surgery

And after the surgery?

Most athletes return to training:

Light exercise: 1–2 weeks

Progressive training: 2–3 weeks

Full return: 3–4 weeks

Wondering when to operate?

Also read:
➡️ Inguinal Hernia: When Should I have my operation?

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