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| Author: | AmandaBeach [ Wed Jun 17, 2015 1:56 am ] |
| Post subject: | Hernia |
Hi, My husband had a Direct Inguinal hernia operation 2 months back. He recovered well and has got back to his regular activities. Next week he is going out with his friends and is planning to use a mirage drive. I am just worried about it. Would that be a bit strenuous for a person who had a surgery just two months ago? Has anyone had similar experiences? |
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| Author: | AmandaBeach [ Wed Jun 17, 2015 8:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hernia |
daft wrote: If I was recovering again from the "indirect" kind, I would set the pedal adjustment biased forward (towards position 7) to keep legs straighter. I would pedal softly, maybe also unscrewing the brass nuts on fins a bit to bite less into the water. There could be some raw pain afterwards, although healingwise maybe that is better than inactivity. The pain wouldn't give me much warning signs until well after the activity (gym, in my case). Thank you for taking time to reply. I would definitely pass on the information to my husband. And yes you are right! His doctor has asked him to to be active and move around. I just had no idea how much strain would it be after pedaling. Its a relief to hear its ok! |
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| Author: | MikeHeurope [ Thu Jun 18, 2015 6:19 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hernia |
Amanda, Having a double Hernia not long ago, I would say how does he cope with stairs now...as this is a good indication if he will be fine or not. |
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| Author: | Kraken Hunter [ Sat Jun 20, 2015 11:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hernia |
I had two inguinal hernias operated on last March. The surgeon did the laparoscopic procedure and inserted the mesh patch over the hernias. I got a Hobie outback for me and a Sport for my son on May 3rd. I took the outback on the lake the next day and peddled it for about 5 miles. I felt a little "tender" in the lower abdomen afterwards and in the area where the hernias were but the discomfort was nothing more than if I had worked a muscle during regular exercise or work. From the standpoint of someone who's had the surgery, I would advise your husband to not try to set any speed records on the Hobie. Adjust the pedals and seat to where he is comfortable and re-adjust as necessary. He should be okay if he works his legs at the same pace as if he were taking a leisurely walk on dry land. Don't try to go fast. The Outback is a lot of fun even if you don't go fast. I've had the Outback on the water several time since May and each time the experience gets a little better but do feel a little tender afterwards. Nevertheless, I feel back to normal after a few hours or a good night sleep. Hope your husband has a speedy recovery. |
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| Author: | Wharfrat [ Sun Jun 21, 2015 12:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hernia |
I had a hernia like your husbands and was on a stationary bike pedaling the day after surgery. However I did go to the best hernia hospital in the world, Shouldice Hospital in Thornhill, Ontario, Canada. Fully recovered in 3 days and back to work. |
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| Author: | RockyRaab [ Sun Jun 21, 2015 8:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hernia |
My hernia repair was so long ago that they used a Goodyear self-vulcanizing tire patch to fix it. But I think I can confidently say that pedaling will be less strain on his parts than loading and unloading the Hobie. Pumping a Mirage Drive is no more stressful than walking. |
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