What type of doctor treats a sports hernia?
Many hernia specialists and general surgeons will consult an orthopaedic surgeon for this operation. Much like the surgical options for true hernias, sports hernia repair can be done as a traditional, open surgery with one long incision or as a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure.
How much does sports hernia surgery cost?
If you decide to have surgery, the costs for patients without insurance are approximately $1500 for the surgeon fees, and $2000 for the surgery center fees (including the operating room time, all materials including mesh, and recovery), and $485 for the Anesthesiologists fee for a total of cost $3985.
Can you fix a sports hernia?
A sports hernia usually requires formal treatment other than rest, so it is unlikely that a sports hernia will heal on its own. Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs and/or corticosteroids are often needed to treat a sports hernia. In some cases, surgery is needed.
How long is a sports hernia surgery?
Surgery will last approximately 45 minutes then you will be taken to the post-operative recovery area. You will be carefully monitored until ready to be discharged home. You may need crutches for comfort after surgery, but we encourage you to get up and walking immediately after surgery.
Can I still run with a sports hernia?
As long as the bulge is not painful or inflamed, there is very little risk for you to continue running. However, if the hernia strangulates, so blood flow to the bowel tissue is compromised, then the hernia becomes an emergency.
How do you heal a sports hernia without surgery?
Non-surgical treatments are effective in 90% of sports hernias and may include the following treatments:
- Rest. Your doctor may recommend halting physical activity for 7 to 10 days to allow the injury to rest and recover.
- Ice.
- Medicine.
- Injections.
- Physical therapy.
Can you walk with a sports hernia?
Both a pulled groin and a sports hernia have similar symptoms. They both result in pain in the inner thighs up towards the groin. Both injuries result in pain that prevents you from moving normally while playing your sport. The pain can be so bad that it makes it difficult to walk up steps or walk at all.
Are sports hernias serious?
Over time, a sports hernia may lead to an inguinal hernia, and abdominal organs may press against the weakened soft tissues to form a visible bulge. Without treatment, this injury can result in chronic, disabling pain that prevents you from resuming sports activities.
How serious is a sports hernia?
How do you treat a sports hernia at home?
Ice and Heat Ice is a common method for pain relief but may be especially effective when coping with a sports hernia. When the abdominal muscles tear, they will become inflamed, which creates a bloating feeling. Regularly pressing ice against the affected area will reduce the swelling and associated pain.
Does plank cause hernia?
Movements that lengthen the abdominal muscles, such as an upward dog position in yoga, put strain on the muscle walls and should be avoided. Avoid core exercises such as planks, sit-ups, crunches and some Pilates exercises.
What’s the difference between a hernia and a sports hernia?
An inguinal hernia occurs when tissue, such as the intestines, protrudes through a weak spot in the inguinal canal. A sports hernia is an injury to the soft tissue in the abdominal and groin area.