Inguinal Hernia Treatment, Symptoms and Prevention at Work

Pain in the groin, pelvis, stomach?  The pain may not be a regular body ache or a simple pulled muscle.  For many construction workers, the onset of sudden pain in the groin region is commonly thought to be a minor work injury and, therefore, treatment is generally delayed.   Unfortunately, for some patients, the pain may be associated with an inguinal hernia and the delay in treatment can worsen the hernia condition.   For workers in the construction or heavy industrial fields, understanding the cause of hernia, the symptoms and treatment options as well as the methods for hernia prevention, will ensure a faster recovery period and a quicker return to the work force.  

The term "hernia" is used to describe a state in which a weakening of the abdominal wall occurs resulting in a sudden rupture or tear, followed by a protrusion of the intestines.   Most often, this protrusion is what attributes to sudden abdominal pain that is often mistaken for a simple pulled muscle.  For many individuals, self diagnosis will often lead to an attempt to treat the hernia at home using products generally recommended for muscle strains.  Such home remedies, used in self diagnosis of hernia, might include anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxers, heating pads and rest.   When symptoms do not dissipate, consultation with a physician is then pursued.