MURRAY, Utah (ABC4 Utah) – Hernias are a common medical problem. In the United States more than one million hernia surgeries are performed each year. A hernia is a weakness in the abdominal wall that ...

It’s the time of year when indoor and outdoor chores can require some heavy lifting. Whether you’re spring cleaning your house or getting your yard ready for warmer weather, you may be moving ...

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Could you be at risk for a hernia? One expert gives the lowdown on hernias, who is most at risk for them, and how they are typically treated. Dr. Harvey Rainville, a general surgeon at Hackensack ...

Hernia is a common problem. It causes a localized bulge in the abdomen or groin. Treatment for a hernia may include watchful waiting or surgery. It can often be harmless and pain-free, but at times it ...

While an impending storm will trigger cautionary news reports about the risk of a heart attack while shoveling snow, you're less likely to hear how twisting and turning while moving heavy amounts of ...