3 Simple Steps to Choosing the Right Hernia Truss

Step 1

Getting your Hernia Diagnosed.

The first step you will need to take is to get diagnosed by your physician. If that is not possible there are many online resources you can use to research the different types and symptoms associated with each. Not all types can be detected however and many patients come to the conclusion on their own and diagnose themselves, although this is not recommended buying a truss can relieve your discomfort until a final decision is made.

Step 2

Your Specific Lifestyle

Step 2 involves your lifestyle in relation to daily activities, work and exercise. Certain hernia supports are designed for the active individual while others cater to those with a less active lifestyle. Also, the length of time you might require to wear the truss and the climate are other important factors. For example:

– an active individual in a warmer climate would need a lightweight breathable support that also offers flexibility for exercise in without being uncomfortable over a longer period of time.
– an inactive person who spends a lot of time sitting at a desk would benefit from a heavier truss with more support in the lower groin.

Step 3

Size and Location

Now that you have determined the type of hernia you have and assessed your lifestyle and daily activities, you will need to try to pinpoint the exact location and size. Yes, you may have been diagnosed with a certain hernia type and a company may represent that a particular is suited best for your type. However, there are specific belts within each category that will work better than others depending on the size and location. For instance, an inguinal hernia can descend towards the crease of the leg and a scrotal pad would work much better than a standard inguinal pad. Another example would be the size and location of an incisional or abdominal hernia. The lower the hernia is in the abdomen the shorter height in an abdominal binder is required. When selecting a truss for an umbilical hernia, both size and location are important. The umbilical hernia truss is designed specifically for a smaller sized umbilical hernia(smaller than a golf ball) that are directly on the umbilicus. If you have a larger umbilical hernia located either on the umbilicus or on either side then you will need an abdominal hernia binder.

As unfortunate as it may seem to suffer from a hernia, you are not alone.