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Sports Hernia Rehabilitation Program - 6-9 Weeks
Post Operative - Weeks 1, 2, 3
- Gentle walking four times per day
- Gentle stretching
- Sex is OK
Post Operative - Weeks 4, 5, 6
- Jogging and gentle running in straight lines
- Gentle sit-ups with the knees bent
- Step ups
- Aerobic exercises
- Swimming
Post Operative - Weeks 7, 8, 9
- Sprints
- Weights
- Play your sport as the strength returns
Notes
- In the first six weeks, exercise only within limits of mild pain.
- Listen to your body; if you are having pain stop.
- Stiffness and discomfort will occur after vigorous exercise for about nine weeks.
- The pain is usually at the operative site, but pain in the abdominal wall and the adductor tendon insertion is common.
- There will be a hard swelling at the operative site for about nine weeks. This is part of the natural healing process.
- Most athletes return to playing between nine and twelve weeks
Learn more about Dr. Brown's approach to the treatment of sports hernias or contact Dr. Brown for additional information.
Dr. William H. Brown, III
Sports Hernia Specialist
Dr. Brown has been performing sports hernia surgeries and providing specialized rehabilitation programs since 1999.
His clients include the San Jose Sharks, San Jose Sabercats and the San Jose Earthquakes sports teams.
556 Mowry Ave,
Suite 100
Fremont, CA 94536
Phone: (510) 793 2404
Fax: (510) 793 1320
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