Hernia Rehabilitation Programme
The hospital physiotherapist will show you how to do this and the Practice nurses are available for advice if you have any concerns.
| Week 1 |
1st Day: Stand upright and walk 10 minutes. Thereafter, walk gently 4 times a day (10 minutes) |
| Week 2 |
Return to work: Sedentary occupation. Walk for 30 minutes twice a day for 4 days. Brisk walking or jogging, thereafter. Gentle sexual intercourse. May Drive |
| Week 3 |
Return to work: Light work. Running in straight lines. Gentle sit-ups and press-ups. Moderate gentle lifting (10 kgs) |
| Week 4 |
Return to work: Heavy occupation. Swimming (crawl). Cycling, running. Heavy lifting (15 kgs). Must avoid sudden movement |
| Week 5 |
All Activities Allowed |
If required rehabilitation can be supervised at our sports rehabilitation centre at The Island Clinic, Hook, Hampshire, click here for further information www.islandclinic.co.uk
Note
- While exercising, and afterwards, some discomfort will be experienced at the repair site.
- Provided you adhere to the programme and avoid sudden sharp movements, you will suffer no harm.
- Stiffness and discomfort occur the day after vigorous exercises. For this reason, some form of exercise is advised 7 days a week.
Swelling at the operation site takes 8 to 12 weeks to clear completely.