I just returned from the shouldice clinic. July 21 2022. I can't say enough good things about this facility. In regards to your vegan diet, we had a fella there who is also vegan. They have learned a few things about the vegan diet. My surgery went well. But absolutely, second day is worse. I initially refused meds , but oh yeah, do take them. I drove 10 hours to get there, well worth it. The staff is amazing. The food. Oh my. So good. I had a mesh surgery back in 2004 at the local butcher shop in Timmins. I suffered in agony for 2 years. Severe infections, bruising, and pain that still on occasion flares up. Do not ever get a mesh. And if you do need a mesh, these guys are experts. You don't get a plumber to change your brakes, right. I can't believe that I had surgery 4 days ago. I am sore, yes, but nothing compared to what the Timmins butchers did to me.
Hey, I'm two and a half weeks post-op for an inguinal repair at Shouldice. Just wanted to say thanks for putting this video together and answering the comments. You're sharing lots of great info on your recovery and its been incredibly helpful to hear from someone who is pretty young and fit as to what to expect and how you're progressing back into your workouts.
Yes, to answer your questions. The scar is 3 inches on both sides of the groin area. I had two of them. I am 5/8 181 lbs RHM-ROCK HARD MUSCLE. Today is the best it felt so far, walking with no problem, the right side is good, also, for the men, expect the reproductive organs to be black and blue and swollen. It been 9 days now. I could not feel anything for two days because of the numbness of the anastetic i am thinking. The private parts have returned to normal, and the coloration and normality is back 90%, not trying to be graphic, but i must let men know what to expect and my surgeon did give me a heads up about the issue. But i am having some issues and serious sharp pain on the left side if i sit down suddenly, and if i have a bowel movement, the pain on the let side is sharp and intense, and as soon as you finish the pain stops, and my theory is that you pushing against 4 layers of stitches during a bowel movement. When Fett talks about pain and some discomfort, he is telling the truth.
I am a hundred percent recovered, been practicing martial arts again for the first time in months. Back in the gym. Yes the recovery was brutal, you name it, it was a process. Made sure that i got my water in take in, ate good organic foods, meats, etc. to make sure to repair the tissues. I was advised by Dr Echo not workout of walk for 5 weeks. Dr Antony Echo assistant professor of reconstructive surgery in Houston, Tx did mine. He is one hell of a surgeon, works out stays in shape, real sharp and smart. Dr Echo looked at me right before i got the anathesia , " I will fix this real good, you will be able to do all that you again" . He was correct, i am in good shape.
Thanks for the video and everyone’s comments 🙏prunes are life changing! Put about 40dry prunes in a pot with water and bring them to a boil and after they cool off, refrigerate. I eat 3 five times a day. When it’s time to poop it’s much easier. I have two inguinol hernia, one on each side. I’m currently following a natural protocol. Exercise and a heria belt. I just started two weeks ago and if this doesn’t work I totally believe Shouldice is the way to go. Borrow money if you have to. Well thanks to all for posting such encouraging comments 🙏🙏
I wont be hitting the gym for 5 more weeks. I have to get the pain on the left side to stop. I just called my surgeons office earlier. I only feel the pain i sit down suddenly or have to have a bowel movement, and once cleared the pain stops. So i think my surgeon is correct about my abs being really tight and warned me not to lift anymore than 10 lbs. My surgeon is Dr Anthony Echo , Professor of Reconstructive. Surgery. He is really good. So i think it just some suture pain from 2 inner layer of stiches and then the e epidermal layer and then the outer skin, so the surgery has 3 layers total, with a double row for the muscle. I had both sides done, so am pretty chopped up and the swelling is going down fast. I am making sure to get my meals in and if you guys get the surgery, get fiber in your diet. Constipation and the Shouldice don't mix.
I used to live in Lloydminster, SK but relocated to Regina because I got a job offer here. However, I decided to have my surgery in Lloydminster because I didn’t want to cancel and wait months again for a spot in Regina. Now, I wish I could go back in time and avoid that surgery in Lloydminster and overall in Sasasktchewan. It’s been over a year since the surgery, and after six months, I started feeling pain again. I contacted my surgeon back in Lloydminster, but he just told me to go to a hospital or walk-in clinic in Regina and get an ultrasound, etc. I’ve been to walk-in clinics in Regina a couple of times, had ultrasounds done, but that’s a whole other story. No one here really seems to care-they just tell me everything is fine, but I’m in pain almost all the time. There’s no real help here in Saskatchewan. I can’t enjoy life like I used to, can’t walk straight without pain, and even sleeping is difficult now. Now, I’m considering becoming a patient at Shouldice Hospital. I don’t have any insurance coverage, just Saskatchewan healthcare, which probably won’t cover anything. I’ll likely have to pay everything out of pocket, but I don’t have much of a choice. Quick question: How long did you stay at the Shoulice Hospital, and how was your flight back to Alberta after the surgery y was done? Anyway, I’m glad for you, man, and I hope you’re doing great!
@@vo.images Hey man, sorry to hear about how you’re feeling after the surgery, hope you’re able to find some good in the day. I was there for 3 days, and the flight home was a bit rough because I was under the weather and run down, but definitely doable with a few pain meds to help. Hang in there man, hopefully the people at Shouldice can fix you sooner than later.
HI, I am 2.5 weeks post-op from having a mesh removal and tissue repair here in the states via a shouldice. I watched your video and wondered if you had some similar experiences when healing and how you dealt. During your healing for the first few weeks or even months did you ever have jabs in and around your hernia site, like pops and clicks that resonate from the area? Its been happening more and more, especially as I walk more. It's almost like joints and bones cracking. My doctor and other friends I talk to who have had this procedure done say its completely normal, attributing this to scar tissue forming and atrophy. Plus they say the inflammation is placing pressure on the nerves. Did you experience this at all and did that finally go away? Joshua
IrishBoySF Hi Joshua, good question, yes I experienced those sensations quite a bit for the first few months. All the while getting less and less frequent. It’s been 1 year and 3 months since my surgery and I will still occasionally get those sensations. Last week I was pulling a large torque wrench and I felt a pop at my surgery site, every time that happens I think to myself “I damaged the hernia repair” or “I popped a stitch”, but so far every time that’s happened it’s been a non issue. Sometimes it will feel like something tore and I’ll be sore for a bit in that area(maximum 2-3 days) then it goes away and I feel like I have more mobility as it seems that it’s just scar tissue breaking up. Keep moving, don’t let the area get stiff, test those stiches out and break up the scar tissue. Best of luck on your recovery! Justin
Fett Mund thank you for the quick reply and the verification this seems to be a normal occurance. This feeling has left me very neurotic to say the least. I'm moving about for sure walking everyday more and more and I have begun stretching exercises at home. How has this impacted your weight and cardio training? Were you able to resume workouts by the 6th week or so?
At first I dropped a few pounds because I caught a bug on my travels to the surgery, so my appetite was down. Now, I’m up about 15lbs from the time of the surgery. It really didn’t effect my cardio at all, only my flexibility. I was exercising at 6 weeks with light stretching and body weight. It took about a year for me to feel 100% confident to get back to my previous amount I would lift when weight training.
Fett Mund I'm looking forward to when I can workout again and lift. But right now my goal is to heal and work slowly towards strength and. cardio endurance. Much appreciate your time in replying.
@@fettmund9077 did the healing feel worse by the 4week? My pain is minimal but the little annoyances or tweaks and pokes form the surgery site is so very unnerving. Plus getting out of a char or bed now really stretches the surgery site since there is so much stiffness. I know you stated this before but were the feelings very bad by the 4week? When did you start to feel some relief? And by any chance did you have any fluid buildup under the surgery site like a seroma? If so did this dissipate on it’s own? Thanks man.
I’m in the UK I’m in the 5th week since surgery . The pain initially has been horrendous, I also have Parkinson’s Disease which added to this due to other urinary problems. Someone asked me what if felt like despite the minimal scarring, I explained it as ‘feeling disembowled. ‘ in now feeling much better but feel very apprehensive to to much because of the still niggling pain
Hi, it’s been quite some time now and that has never been an issue for me. I’m thankful to say the surgery has been a very positive thing for my health.
Just a follow up. I had the Shouldice technique down here in Burbank. No mesh! First two days felt like I was shot with a .44. 3rd day 50% pain reduction. All good now!
Hey man, thanks for posting this. Im in the US and I'm trying to get a better sense for cost. Can you share the amounts you were billed or a rough range? I'm looking at bi-lateral as well. Thanks!
So what exactly is the shouldice surgury compared to the regular surgury ? How effective is the shouldice surgury for real . And what are the testimonials and reviews ?
I got the Shouldice method surgery (no mesh). Not sure if age is a big factor in the healing process I'm 26. I'm 16 days post op. I've been walking since the surgery day. 1000 steps x days after recovery (pretty much maxed out at 6000 a day though). Been doing stretches' and exercises I've seen on TH-cam almost everyday. Did light workout in the gym yesterday (day 15) light arm exercises with 10lbs dumbbells and squats and bench with just the bar (45lbs). Squats were fine, bench was very tight I had to put my legs up on the bench for the first 2 sets. Woke up today (day 16) feeling excellent. I've been feeling really good since about day 10 and am going to play some hockey tonight. I was wondering if I'm pushing it too hard though? I don't want to end up making things worse?
How is it that you had surgery and they didn't find a hernia? Why would they even proceed with surgery with confirmed ultrasound hernia if it wasn't really there? What are the permanent staples made of?
Hello and thank you for your video and update in one. I wanted to ask if you ever came across the Desarda technique which is something I learned about a few years ago just browsing the web out of curiosity wondering if there is an alternative to having my hernia repaired (again) but without mesh this time. It's also a no-mesh repair approach and I'm just wondering if you came across it as well in your research and if so why you chose the Shouldice over the Desarda? Also, with regards to exercise you stated you aren't weight training for at least a year and doing more cardio stuff. I wanted to ask if you do HIIT type/body-weight exercises and if so how it's been for you throughout your recovery and strengthening? Thank you for your time and any feedback!
Deprofundis142 Hello! I haven’t heard of Desarda before, so Shouldice was my only real no mesh option. As far as exercise goes, I was definitely lifting some light weights after about 4 months. I was mostly training with body weight though. Pull ups, chin ups, dips, push ups, etc. I was doing some MAX sessions on a Maxtrainer for 15 minute sessions. After a full year and a bit after the surgery I can say that I feel 110% better. The surgery site has most of the feeling back and it hasn’t been sore in that area for quite some time. Thanks for watching my video and leaving a comment! Hope all goes well with whichever option works best for you!
Hi, anybody got the mesh from previous groin hernea removed in this hospital and and got it fixed here without mesh. Please share your experience. Thanks.
Fantastic and detailed vid! Glad everything went well. I’m actually schedule for this procedure at Shouldice next week. How was the post operative stay? Was there anything to do during those couple of days?
Gary Ing Thanks Gary! The post op stay was really good. They do have things to do, but you’ll likely be resting for the most part. There are pool tables, tv, daily exercise classes, optional surgical area massages and if the weather is good enough there is a nice yard to explore. Best of luck with your surgery and recovery!
Hi..thanks for the video..good detailed information. I have 1 question though.. When you went to get your left hernia repaired, do you know what was the size of the hernia defect. I have similar symptoms like yours..only diagnosed in ultrasound. Its a 1.3cm defect. Wondering if its needed to get operated. Thanks
Hi, mine was roughly about the same size as yours. When I got to the Shouldice hospital they were hesitant to operate on me because it was such a small opening. The only reason they did was because I traveled so far to get there. Hope that helps!
@@fettmund9077 When you say that they were hesitant to operate on you, does that mean that they hesitated before the actual surgery or told you about hesitation after the actual surgery? I assume that they can't know the actual hernia size until they have made an incision.
Hey Ben! I don’t recall that suggestion specifically, but it does make sense. Last thing you want after surgery is to be straining those muscles, if for no other reason than to minimize discomfort.
@@fettmund9077 Thank you for your reply! I have one more question if that is ok. Did you do any specific stretches or exercises post surgery that you found to be helpful? I’m getting the procedure done next week. All the best!
@@benstolman4073 No problem, not really anything in specific, my healing was more concentrated around trying to get back to my normal exercise routine. I took it pretty slow and listened to my body, and took my time to warm up really good before my exercise routine. Good luck with your surgery, be sure to get good quality rest/sleep and healthy food consistently before you go in, that will help the healing process a lot.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I see comments that allude to mesh being unadvisable. I am curious if you have research that explains the reason for that advice or perspective? I have seen some bad stories from both procedures (non-mesh and mesh) but am confused because today there are millions of mesh implants happening (and there dont seem to be a of mass problems considering the numbers). I would like to better evaluate if Shouldice is more of an advantage or a personal preference ...? Thank you in advance for any helpful reflections.
@@fettmund9077hello I'm on the fence about mesh I really don't want any mesh in my body is the no mesh repair really as sturdy as the mesh repair in the long run. Is repairing with your own tissue really as durable as a mesh ? Also , I'm baffled as to why the more medical surgeons don't promote the no mesh surgery it's like damn. Near all surgeons always promote mesh why is that ?
Thanks for this video, something i for real needed. Im 20 years old very athletic person i compete in mix martial arts and into powerlifting. I love push my self to pretty extraordinary limits. Recently been diagnosed with a hernia. Never had surgery so it scares me out of my mind. Doing my research the mesh seems so inconsistent, hate the idea of it and made me wanna not even consider surgery . Really want get the surgery done here. In the U.S so i gotta wait for this coivd thing to lessen. Main question i have do you feel anything in that area? like any type of hardness or some awkward feeling? I know you mentioned you did have a weird feeling occasional just wondering if that lessened or completely disappeared? Only symptom i have right now is a little lump and some discomfort here and there. Are you back to full heavy lifting or what you were doing previous to your hernia? How normal are you feeling now? Appreciate the video and your time thank you
Hey man, funny enough today was the first time since my surgery that I attempted a 200lb squat. I did my 25 reps I feel no pain the surgical area whatsoever. In my experience, I’m better than I was before the surgery. If I were to squat 200lbs before the surgery, my pelvic area would be swollen and just feel off, hence why I went in to get checked. They found my hernias only by ultrasound, but I figured it was something I wanted to get repaired sooner than later. So to answer your main question, i rarely feel any discomfort in the area at all anymore, and if I do it’s pretty mild and goes away quickly. That wasn’t always the case, it definitely took me a while before I trusted my surgery to hold up. Always thinking I was going to push to hard and bust a stitch...hasn’t happened and I’m lifting some decent weight for a guy my size. Hope this answered your questions, all the best to you. For what it’s worth, the Shouldice method is a no brainer in my opinion, if you are fortunate enough to have the means to afford it. Unfortunately the cost makes it hard for some folks to get. Anyway, you’re young and will recover quickly from the surgery if you take care of yourself properly and really allow your body to heal properly.
@@fettmund9077 appreciate the response i really want to go to Shouldice but they arent accepting patients outside of CA do to covid. I can easily drive there, im from the U.S. So ill have to wait if i can. This video for real helps tho.
I would not try any real heavy lifting until checked out and cleared by your doctor. Nice to see ppl on here helping give advice but Id suggest scans and back up info from a professional. Good luck!
Hello, thank you for posting your experience with shouldice hospital. can you by any chance recommend between having a hernia surgery done in shouldice hospital over hernia center of ohio?
Thanks for sharing your experience! Did you say that Shouldice didn't find the hernia during surgery even though ultrasound detected it (around 2:00 into your video)? If so, when the Shouldice surgeon examined you, what did he say? I also wonder how large was the incision for you? I understand that the incision size may be different depending on a person's body frame, height etc.
The incision was about the length of a pen. The decision to proceed was based on the fact that I traveled across the country for the surgery, so even though they wouldn’t typically have recommend a surgery themselves, they did it since it was recommended by my local doctor.
This seems crazy to me. They didn’t evaluate you before they cut? An ultrasound recommendation for surgery can easily be wrong. And they didn’t do your belly button? And called the otherside off. Sorry for having to be cut open for no reason, that recovery isn’t fun.
Hi Just wanted to drop by doing well everything you said was dead on.. I feel hard spot underneath the skin like rubber hose kinda lol.. Overall so far so good now since March 13, 2020...recovering slowly and as per incision I’m using bio oil to minimize scar.. Take care best memory of my life Hospital was Awesome Alan H
Hi there, I'm glad your surgery went really well! Good luck on the recovery! I'm 23 years old and have an inguinal hernia. Would you recommend Shouldice over other hospitals that use a mesh ? I heard some bad reviews of shouldice hospital online.
Hey man, Yes, after doing my research, I felt very comfortable making the decision to choose Shouldice’s no mesh hernia repair option. My reasoning being that several of the mesh manufacturers that are currently being sued for faulty products are still being used by surgeons, so that risk simply has not been fully addressed yet. For that reason alone Shouldice’s no mesh option was appealing to me. Yes, I’m aware of some online complaints about Shouldice and I have no doubt that they have had some complications with their patients over the years. I would just imagine that if there was a hospital that specialized in mesh only hernia surgeries since 1945 that there would be a staggering amount more complaints than Shouldice, simply based on the quality of mesh that has been available in the past. Plastic and polyethylene are highly foreign materials to the human body. I just like the idea of having only a few stitches of high strength plastic line inside my abdomen as opposed to mesh that can potentially harden into an abrasive shape and have tissue/other organic material potentially grow and embed into it. This is only my opinion, but I put a lot of time and research into my choice and 7 months after my inguinal hernia repair surgery at Shouldice, I’m confident I made the right choice for my body and my available options. My experience there was pleasant and I’m physically better than when I went in there. Best of luck to you, and hopefully you found something I said helpful.
@@fettmund9077 Thank you so much for the detailed explanation. I really appreciate it! I have had the hernia for about 8 months now. After discovering the hernia, how long did you wait before the surgery ? Also, just as a side note, what worries me is that I believe shouldice requires a 3 day stay compared to other hospitals where you get dismissed the same day. It seems like a money grab but will wait for your perspective. Thanks again!
soumil slfjdsljfdsf you’re welcome! I acted pretty much right away getting the ball rolling on my surgery. It took about 1/2 a year to plan and make happen. Yes, the stay is longer, but it’s a fairly major surgery so it’s to be expected. I wouldn’t say it’s a money grab, I think it’s a good idea to stay for a day or two after for observation.
How small is too small? Would they operate on a golfball size which bulges out intermittently? Also, knowing what you know about the food - would you bring some with you if you were to do it again? Did they give you beans, nuts, tofu for protein and provide plant milk instead of dairy?
I’m guessing a golf ball size would be considered operable. Definitely, it’s a good idea any time, especially when putting the body under stress. I don’t know, They might have, I ate what they offered. Hope this info helps.
Just wanted to drop buy and see how things are with you?? I’m doing well far maintaining my weight and I still feel kinda little hard rubber under my skin where Incision is and now this is from March 13 so not too bad..I do lots of walks exercise so that’s helps for sure and watch diet.. Great folks I met there and one fella was from Alberta and said to me to visit Grasslands it’s very special place to see skies stars etc..have to make visit sometime.. Take Care Stay Safe and Merry Xmas & Happy New Year Alan H
Hey Alan, Things are good, thank you for asking! Since my surgery I’m up about 15 lbs. I keep to a 3 day a week weight lifting program and throw in some cardio about twice a week. I still get occasional soreness in the surgery area, especially after a heavy squat session. I know what causes the soreness, so I don’t worry about it. Otherwise I would never know I had a surgery, all is well. Yes, Alberta has some amazing sights to see. All the best to you!
@@fettmund9077 Hi Thanks for reply great to hear from you man your were my motivator lol.Thank you 🙏🏻 That’s awesome keep it going and it’s good for health exercise.. I’m keeping my diet my weight down as usual and my scar is still there using bio oil and it’s minimizing slowly , pain wise ohh not at all sometime I feel something and when I get up not as often.. I do my 45 min walks daily and exercise as well as much as I can..with COVID19 two kids at home it’s tough mind you lost my contract with Transport Canada and still searching for job pretty crazy here in Ottawa lol.. Overall I tell you best experience I had and folks I met there very happy yes there is pain and process worth every penny to be at Shouldice and get non mesh my neighbour he is 73 I got mesh in Gatineau I’m fine I was like hmmm yeah no thanks don’t feel to be like a dog in and out and yet have fish net under your skin yeah nooo... Very blessed and mind you one thing and my group at the time we got surgery on Friday 13th this past March and that’s when COVID19 exploded so we were very lucky and me catching last train to Ottawa at the time..I tell you it was like a movie.. I see your video on scout very cool project Kudos to you..👍🏼👍🏼 I’m still in wet shaving and I polish razors for folks and get things here and there while looking for job.. Take Care Stay Safe Alan H
I’m going there next week surgery on Friday my second reoccurring Hernia on same spot... Is surgery painful?? Did you feel anything? Walked right after surgery or they brought you in room? Let me know I’m curious Alan
Alan H Hi Alan, thanks for checking out my video. The surgery was not painful at all. I didn’t feel much at all, any discomfort I had was minor and brief. They took me to my room in a wheelchair, you’ll likely be be too medicated to walk right after the surgery. I slept off the meds and was fully coherent after a about a 2 hour nap. Best of luck with everything! Justin
Hopefully Helpful Thanks for reply Justin that helps ok so nothing you feel and you were up during surgery or sleeping? So they take you to room directly after surgery that’s good.. I’m little scared but have to get it done and choose Shouldice for non mesh. I’ll see next Friday it’s my turn 🙏🏻 Alan
Alan H I understand, I had the same questions and concerns going in. I was out for the whole thing, they medicate you pretty heavily. I did talk to some guys there that said they were awake for part of the surgery, but nobody complained about pain, the only thing they said was they could feel something going on at their surgery site(moving around), but again, no complaint of pain. You’ll do great, the staff does a really good job of putting you at ease before and during the surgery. They get it’s a scary thing for people and the staff at Shouldice are real pros when it comes to making the patients feel they are in good hands.
@@fettmund9077 Thank you for reply Justin that's awesome, that's exactly what goes on in my head how it's going to be and all theatrics at OR room.. I will try to stay calm as I'm coming alone from Ottawa and Believe me I took right decision to come to Shouldice Hospitals here not the same as they use to be and as I said I will go to Europe before Ottawa god forbid.. I do a lot of research and I do Travel and I see World outside of BOX what I mean is Mesh Hernia repair I wouldn't recommend to anyone in my case it's my Second hernia in same spot one I Got when I was a kid in Croatia and one now here in Canada, obviously I have weak abdominal wall and for sure I won't be lifting heavy anymore that's for Sure.. If you are in Alberta there is Great Shaving Company Karve Christopher Bradley they make awesome Razors if your interested in WET SHAVING. Alan P.S. Thanks a lot hey it truly helps your info I'm Thankful
Hopefully Helpful Justin I made it second day I feel great ahhh can’t say the best man... I was first I be operated at 9 am it’s reoccurring spot hernia and also they found out small hernia in my belly but they say not to worry.. My scar is little longer than needed but it’s existing hernia so they need to go little deep! Surgery was fast I was up all time and even got up the table and walked toward my wheel chair I was impressed even tho my surgery dear man I’m telling you scared to death lol Thank to you and I’ll post small short video too and yeah it’s great experience and can say Best of Best.. Take care Alan
The timing couldn't have been worse to aggravate my inguinal hernia during this pandemic. For about 15 years I've lived with a large bulge around my groin area, (which is usually how it starts) but at the beginning of all this, I've noticed a small bulge--which you can't visually see--but can actually feel. The unfortunate part is I can't even see my family doctor in person (or even get a consultation at Shouldice like I did 15 years ago) it's all over the phone diagnosis, so I can't even gauge how serious or non-serious it is. I have all all the typical symptoms of a tiny hernia, eg, a bit of discomfort during any straining, but no pain. You can imagine the blow I felt after dodging a bullet for 15 years, sucks actually. The stress of quarantine is bad enough. Having this and all the uncertainty just sort of makes it worse.
@@fettmund9077 Thanks. I'm guessing putting on some weight during this quarantine might have something to do with it. Not being able to see a doctor plays with your mind, but you can't visibly see a bump and there's no pain when I cough or strain, so I guess I'm good for now.
Hi mate I done my shouldice 3 July 2021bg a surgeon in Dubai . Today is day 8 . I am walking very good one hour at a go at pretty decent pace with no pain . Doing two session of one hour walk each session . Doing some simple stretch . But when I seat long getting pain and some pulling in the abdomen near the incision. Is this normal . When do you think I will be without any pain moving, turning seating . Will me good if you share some more experience week by week basis weeks 2,3,4,5,…….
@@khalidalfahim9380 check in al Zahara hospital Dubai . Dr riad al alaili. He did my shouldice. He is a old doc . Guess from 1975 batch . Done his practice in Switzerland. He said he learn the technic
@@Krookedhands Don’t plan on doing anything other than resting for at least a week after you get home. Then pretty light duty after a week. 4-6 weeks you’ll be pretty much healed up
@@fettmund9077 I'm crying man I was so scared my lifting was over I'm so happy I just had my surgery 2days ago. I feel the difference time to mend! This video made may day!!!!
I just returned from the shouldice clinic. July 21 2022.
I can't say enough good things about this facility. In regards to your vegan diet, we had a fella there who is also vegan. They have learned a few things about the vegan diet. My surgery went well. But absolutely, second day is worse. I initially refused meds , but oh yeah, do take them. I drove 10 hours to get there, well worth it.
The staff is amazing. The food. Oh my. So good. I had a mesh surgery back in 2004 at the local butcher shop in Timmins. I suffered in agony for 2 years. Severe infections, bruising, and pain that still on occasion flares up. Do not ever get a mesh. And if you do need a mesh, these guys are experts. You don't get a plumber to change your brakes, right. I can't believe that I had surgery 4 days ago. I am sore, yes, but nothing compared to what the Timmins butchers did to me.
I just had my Shouldice surgery done last Tuesday. The pain with the recovery is something else. It’s better now this morning. I am in the US.
@@bodybuilderschickensnortht6121 I couldn’t find a doctor that does should ice surgery
Hey, I'm two and a half weeks post-op for an inguinal repair at Shouldice. Just wanted to say thanks for putting this video together and answering the comments. You're sharing lots of great info on your recovery and its been incredibly helpful to hear from someone who is pretty young and fit as to what to expect and how you're progressing back into your workouts.
Same man, I was legit crying happy tears...I think I still am. Lifting is life!!!
Yes, to answer your questions. The scar is 3 inches on both sides of the groin area. I had two of them. I am 5/8 181 lbs RHM-ROCK HARD MUSCLE. Today is the best it felt so far, walking with no problem, the right side is good, also, for the men, expect the reproductive organs to be black and blue and swollen. It been 9 days now. I could not feel anything for two days because of the numbness of the anastetic i am thinking. The private parts have returned to normal, and the coloration and normality is back 90%, not trying to be graphic, but i must let men know what to expect and my surgeon did give me a heads up about the issue. But i am having some issues and serious sharp pain on the left side if i sit down suddenly, and if i have a bowel movement, the pain on the let side is sharp and intense, and as soon as you finish the pain stops, and my theory is that you pushing against 4 layers of stitches during a bowel movement. When Fett talks about pain and some discomfort, he is telling the truth.
Thanks for this video. I had my surgery two weeks ago and your account of the recovery process put my mind to rest.
Thank you for the comment, happy to know this video is doing some good!
I am a hundred percent recovered, been practicing martial arts again for the first time in months. Back in the gym. Yes the recovery was brutal, you name it, it was a process. Made sure that i got my water in take in, ate good organic foods, meats, etc. to make sure to repair the tissues. I was advised by Dr Echo not workout of walk for 5 weeks. Dr Antony Echo assistant professor of reconstructive surgery in Houston, Tx did mine. He is one hell of a surgeon, works out stays in shape, real sharp and smart. Dr Echo looked at me right before i got the anathesia , " I will fix this real good, you will be able to do all that you again" . He was correct, i am in good shape.
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Thanks for the video and everyone’s comments 🙏prunes are life changing!
Put about 40dry prunes in a pot with water and bring them to a boil and after they cool off, refrigerate.
I eat 3 five times a day. When it’s time to poop it’s much easier.
I have two inguinol hernia, one on each side. I’m currently following a natural protocol. Exercise and a heria belt. I just started two weeks ago and if this doesn’t work I totally believe Shouldice is the way to go. Borrow money if you have to.
Well thanks to all for posting such encouraging comments 🙏🙏
I wont be hitting the gym for 5 more weeks. I have to get the pain on the left side to stop. I just called my surgeons office earlier. I only feel the pain i sit down suddenly or have to have a bowel movement, and once cleared the pain stops. So i think my surgeon is correct about my abs being really tight and warned me not to lift anymore than 10 lbs. My surgeon is Dr Anthony Echo , Professor of Reconstructive. Surgery. He is really good. So i think it just some suture pain from 2 inner layer of stiches and then the e epidermal layer and then the outer skin, so the surgery has 3 layers total, with a double row for the muscle. I had both sides done, so am pretty chopped up and the swelling is going down fast. I am making sure to get my meals in and if you guys get the surgery, get fiber in your diet. Constipation and the Shouldice don't mix.
I used to live in Lloydminster, SK but relocated to Regina because I got a job offer here. However, I decided to have my surgery in Lloydminster because I didn’t want to cancel and wait months again for a spot in Regina. Now, I wish I could go back in time and avoid that surgery in Lloydminster and overall in Sasasktchewan. It’s been over a year since the surgery, and after six months, I started feeling pain again. I contacted my surgeon back in Lloydminster, but he just told me to go to a hospital or walk-in clinic in Regina and get an ultrasound, etc.
I’ve been to walk-in clinics in Regina a couple of times, had ultrasounds done, but that’s a whole other story. No one here really seems to care-they just tell me everything is fine, but I’m in pain almost all the time. There’s no real help here in Saskatchewan. I can’t enjoy life like I used to, can’t walk straight without pain, and even sleeping is difficult now.
Now, I’m considering becoming a patient at Shouldice Hospital. I don’t have any insurance coverage, just Saskatchewan healthcare, which probably won’t cover anything. I’ll likely have to pay everything out of pocket, but I don’t have much of a choice.
Quick question: How long did you stay at the Shoulice Hospital, and how was your flight back to Alberta after the surgery y was done?
Anyway, I’m glad for you, man, and I hope you’re doing great!
@@vo.images Hey man, sorry to hear about how you’re feeling after the surgery, hope you’re able to find some good in the day. I was there for 3 days, and the flight home was a bit rough because I was under the weather and run down, but definitely doable with a few pain meds to help. Hang in there man, hopefully the people at Shouldice can fix you sooner than later.
100% yes because I've heard loads people suffer more .. hope your OK...
How does your surgical site feel now after several years? You had to fly there and back? How was it getting through the airports, planes? Thanks!
HI,
I am 2.5 weeks post-op from having a mesh removal and tissue repair here in the states via a shouldice. I watched your video and wondered if you had some similar experiences when healing and how you dealt.
During your healing for the first few weeks or even months did you ever have jabs in and around your hernia site, like pops and clicks that resonate from the area? Its been happening more and more, especially as I walk more. It's almost like joints and bones cracking. My doctor and other friends I talk to who have had this procedure done say its completely normal, attributing this to scar tissue forming and atrophy. Plus they say the inflammation is placing pressure on the nerves. Did you experience this at all and did that finally go away?
Joshua
IrishBoySF Hi Joshua, good question, yes I experienced those sensations quite a bit for the first few months. All the while getting less and less frequent. It’s been 1 year and 3 months since my surgery and I will still occasionally get those sensations. Last week I was pulling a large torque wrench and I felt a pop at my surgery site, every time that happens I think to myself “I damaged the hernia repair” or “I popped a stitch”, but so far every time that’s happened it’s been a non issue. Sometimes it will feel like something tore and I’ll be sore for a bit in that area(maximum 2-3 days) then it goes away and I feel like I have more mobility as it seems that it’s just scar tissue breaking up. Keep moving, don’t let the area get stiff, test those stiches out and break up the scar tissue.
Best of luck on your recovery!
Justin
Fett Mund thank you for the quick reply and the verification this seems to be a normal occurance. This feeling has left me very neurotic to say the least. I'm moving about for sure walking everyday more and more and I have begun stretching exercises at home. How has this impacted your weight and cardio training? Were you able to resume workouts by the 6th week or so?
At first I dropped a few pounds because I caught a bug on my travels to the surgery, so my appetite was down. Now, I’m up about 15lbs from the time of the surgery. It really didn’t effect my cardio at all, only my flexibility. I was exercising at 6 weeks with light stretching and body weight. It took about a year for me to feel 100% confident to get back to my previous amount I would lift when weight training.
Fett Mund I'm looking forward to when I can workout again and lift. But right now my goal is to heal and work slowly towards strength and. cardio endurance. Much appreciate your time in replying.
@@fettmund9077 did the healing feel worse by the 4week? My pain is minimal but the little annoyances or tweaks and pokes form the surgery site is so very unnerving. Plus getting out of a char or bed now really stretches the surgery site since there is so much stiffness. I know you stated this before but were the feelings very bad by the 4week? When did you start to feel some relief? And by any chance did you have any fluid buildup under the surgery site like a seroma? If so did this dissipate on it’s own? Thanks man.
Hi, I hope you’re doing well. Do you have any recent updates? My surgeon recommends a non-mesh surgery.
It’s still holding strong, I’m 100%. I still recommend the no stitch method.
I’m in the UK I’m in the 5th week since surgery . The pain initially has been horrendous, I also have Parkinson’s Disease which added to this due to other urinary problems. Someone asked me what if felt like despite the minimal scarring, I explained it as ‘feeling disembowled. ‘ in now feeling much better but feel very apprehensive to to much because of the still niggling pain
How you feeling now ?
Hi, how is it to have the steel wire used? Do you feel it? Is the wire removed a a later time? Can't imagine it not poking you. Thanks
Hi, it’s been quite some time now and that has never been an issue for me. I’m thankful to say the surgery has been a very positive thing for my health.
Just a follow up. I had the Shouldice technique down here in Burbank. No mesh! First two days felt like I was shot with a .44. 3rd day 50% pain reduction. All good now!
Hey man, thanks for posting this. Im in the US and I'm trying to get a better sense for cost. Can you share the amounts you were billed or a rough range? I'm looking at bi-lateral as well.
Thanks!
Jonathan Smith Hey man, closer to the end of the video I go over some of the financials.
So what exactly is the shouldice surgury compared to the regular surgury ? How effective is the shouldice surgury for real . And what are the testimonials and reviews ?
HI there any reviews up to date yet? Very curious as I consider Shouldice and just wondering how after 2 plus years it is going. Thank you!
I got the Shouldice method surgery (no mesh).
Not sure if age is a big factor in the healing process I'm 26. I'm 16 days post op. I've been walking since the surgery day. 1000 steps x days after recovery (pretty much maxed out at 6000 a day though). Been doing stretches' and exercises I've seen on TH-cam almost everyday. Did light workout in the gym yesterday (day 15) light arm exercises with 10lbs dumbbells and squats and bench with just the bar (45lbs). Squats were fine, bench was very tight I had to put my legs up on the bench for the first 2 sets. Woke up today (day 16) feeling excellent.
I've been feeling really good since about day 10 and am going to play some hockey tonight.
I was wondering if I'm pushing it too hard though? I don't want to end up making things worse?
Listen to your body, it takes time to heal. You don’t want to create pain.
What type was your hernia?
@@yashpatil9629 inguinal
@@yashpatil9629 Inguinal
Any update on your recovery?
How is it that you had surgery and they didn't find a hernia? Why would they even proceed with surgery with confirmed ultrasound hernia if it wasn't really there? What are the permanent staples made of?
Hello and thank you for your video and update in one. I wanted to ask if you ever came across the Desarda technique which is something I learned about a few years ago just browsing the web out of curiosity wondering if there is an alternative to having my hernia repaired (again) but without mesh this time. It's also a no-mesh repair approach and I'm just wondering if you came across it as well in your research and if so why you chose the Shouldice over the Desarda?
Also, with regards to exercise you stated you aren't weight training for at least a year and doing more cardio stuff. I wanted to ask if you do HIIT type/body-weight exercises and if so how it's been for you throughout your recovery and strengthening?
Thank you for your time and any feedback!
Deprofundis142 Hello! I haven’t heard of Desarda before, so Shouldice was my only real no mesh option.
As far as exercise goes, I was definitely lifting some light weights after about 4 months. I was mostly training with body weight though. Pull ups, chin ups, dips, push ups, etc. I was doing some MAX sessions on a Maxtrainer for 15 minute sessions.
After a full year and a bit after the surgery I can say that I feel 110% better. The surgery site has most of the feeling back and it hasn’t been sore in that area for quite some time.
Thanks for watching my video and leaving a comment! Hope all goes well with whichever option works best for you!
@@fettmund9077 Right on, thank you!
Hi, anybody got the mesh from previous groin hernea removed in this hospital and and got it fixed here without mesh. Please share your experience. Thanks.
Fantastic and detailed vid! Glad everything went well. I’m actually schedule for this procedure at Shouldice next week. How was the post operative stay? Was there anything to do during those couple of days?
Gary Ing Thanks Gary! The post op stay was really good. They do have things to do, but you’ll likely be resting for the most part. There are pool tables, tv, daily exercise classes, optional surgical area massages and if the weather is good enough there is a nice yard to explore. Best of luck with your surgery and recovery!
Hi..thanks for the video..good detailed information.
I have 1 question though..
When you went to get your left hernia repaired, do you know what was the size of the hernia defect.
I have similar symptoms like yours..only diagnosed in ultrasound. Its a 1.3cm defect. Wondering if its needed to get operated.
Thanks
Hi, mine was roughly about the same size as yours. When I got to the Shouldice hospital they were hesitant to operate on me because it was such a small opening. The only reason they did was because I traveled so far to get there. Hope that helps!
@@fettmund9077 When you say that they were hesitant to operate on you, does that mean that they hesitated before the actual surgery or told you about hesitation after the actual surgery? I assume that they can't know the actual hernia size until they have made an incision.
@@ananusa7161 I mean they were hesitant before the surgery.
Hey! Thank you for creating this video. After your surgery did they suggest you take fiber supplements of any kind?
Hey Ben! I don’t recall that suggestion specifically, but it does make sense. Last thing you want after surgery is to be straining those muscles, if for no other reason than to minimize discomfort.
@@fettmund9077 Thank you for your reply! I have one more question if that is ok. Did you do any specific stretches or exercises post surgery that you found to be helpful? I’m getting the procedure done next week. All the best!
@@benstolman4073 No problem, not really anything in specific, my healing was more concentrated around trying to get back to my normal exercise routine. I took it pretty slow and listened to my body, and took my time to warm up really good before my exercise routine. Good luck with your surgery, be sure to get good quality rest/sleep and healthy food consistently before you go in, that will help the healing process a lot.
@@fettmund9077 Awesome! Thank you so much :) That's great advice. See you on the other side.
Hi sir, how has your surgical site been feeling since your surgery, how are you feeling overall?
Thank you for sharing your experience. I see comments that allude to mesh being unadvisable. I am curious if you have research that explains the reason for that advice or perspective? I have seen some bad stories from both procedures (non-mesh and mesh) but am confused because today there are millions of mesh implants happening (and there dont seem to be a of mass problems considering the numbers). I would like to better evaluate if Shouldice is more of an advantage or a personal preference ...? Thank you in advance for any helpful reflections.
The decision to choose non-mesh for me was due to my research. I’d recommend doing your own research and coming up with your own plan.
@@fettmund9077hello I'm on the fence about mesh I really don't want any mesh in my body is the no mesh repair really as sturdy as the mesh repair in the long run. Is repairing with your own tissue really as durable as a mesh ? Also , I'm baffled as to why the more medical surgeons don't promote the no mesh surgery it's like damn. Near all surgeons always promote mesh why is that ?
@@smoothwillI just hope it's not a big pharma thing, as mesh is a product that needs selling.
Thanks for this video, something i for real needed. Im 20 years old very athletic person i compete in mix martial arts and into powerlifting. I love push my self to pretty extraordinary limits. Recently been diagnosed with a hernia. Never had surgery so it scares me out of my mind. Doing my research the mesh seems so inconsistent, hate the idea of it and made me wanna not even consider surgery . Really want get the surgery done here. In the U.S so i gotta wait for this coivd thing to lessen. Main question i have do you feel anything in that area? like any type of hardness or some awkward feeling? I know you mentioned you did have a weird feeling occasional just wondering if that lessened or completely disappeared? Only symptom i have right now is a little lump and some discomfort here and there. Are you back to full heavy lifting or what you were doing previous to your hernia? How normal are you feeling now? Appreciate the video and your time thank you
Hey man, funny enough today was the first time since my surgery that I attempted a 200lb squat. I did my 25 reps I feel no pain the surgical area whatsoever. In my experience, I’m better than I was before the surgery. If I were to squat 200lbs before the surgery, my pelvic area would be swollen and just feel off, hence why I went in to get checked. They found my hernias only by ultrasound, but I figured it was something I wanted to get repaired sooner than later. So to answer your main question, i rarely feel any discomfort in the area at all anymore, and if I do it’s pretty mild and goes away quickly. That wasn’t always the case, it definitely took me a while before I trusted my surgery to hold up. Always thinking I was going to push to hard and bust a stitch...hasn’t happened and I’m lifting some decent weight for a guy my size. Hope this answered your questions, all the best to you.
For what it’s worth, the Shouldice method is a no brainer in my opinion, if you are fortunate enough to have the means to afford it. Unfortunately the cost makes it hard for some folks to get. Anyway, you’re young and will recover quickly from the surgery if you take care of yourself properly and really allow your body to heal properly.
@@fettmund9077 appreciate the response i really want to go to Shouldice but they arent accepting patients outside of CA do to covid. I can easily drive there, im from the U.S. So ill have to wait if i can. This video for real helps tho.
I would not try any real heavy lifting until checked out and cleared by your doctor. Nice to see ppl on here helping give advice but Id suggest scans and back up info from a professional. Good luck!
Hey brother how are you doing now? ❤
Hey man, I’m still 100%. I have nothing but good to say about the surgery, it’s holding up to everything on throw at it.
Thanks! ❤ and congrats
Hello, thank you for posting your experience with shouldice hospital. can you by any chance recommend between having a hernia surgery done in shouldice hospital over hernia center of ohio?
Hi Hamad, I have no information about the center of Ohio
What type of sultures did you use?
@@alanlaw4877 they are stainless steel
Thanks for sharing your experience! Did you say that Shouldice didn't find the hernia during surgery even though ultrasound detected it (around 2:00 into your video)? If so, when the Shouldice surgeon examined you, what did he say? I also wonder how large was the incision for you? I understand that the incision size may be different depending on a person's body frame, height etc.
The incision was about the length of a pen. The decision to proceed was based on the fact that I traveled across the country for the surgery, so even though they wouldn’t typically have recommend a surgery themselves, they did it since it was recommended by my local doctor.
This seems crazy to me. They didn’t evaluate you before they cut? An ultrasound recommendation for surgery can easily be wrong. And they didn’t do your belly button? And called the otherside off. Sorry for having to be cut open for no reason, that recovery isn’t fun.
I had a no mesh surgery done on an umbilical hernia when should the bloating from surgery go away
Hi
Just wanted to drop by doing well everything you said was dead on..
I feel hard spot underneath the skin like rubber hose kinda lol..
Overall so far so good now since March 13, 2020...recovering slowly and as per incision I’m using bio oil to minimize scar..
Take care best memory of my life Hospital was Awesome
Alan H
Hi there,
I'm glad your surgery went really well! Good luck on the recovery!
I'm 23 years old and have an inguinal hernia. Would you recommend Shouldice over other hospitals that use a mesh ?
I heard some bad reviews of shouldice hospital online.
Hey man,
Yes, after doing my research, I felt very comfortable making the decision to choose Shouldice’s no mesh hernia repair option. My reasoning being that several of the mesh manufacturers that are currently being sued for faulty products are still being used by surgeons, so that risk simply has not been fully addressed yet. For that reason alone Shouldice’s no mesh option was appealing to me.
Yes, I’m aware of some online complaints about Shouldice and I have no doubt that they have had some complications with their patients over the years. I would just imagine that if there was a hospital that specialized in mesh only hernia surgeries since 1945 that there would be a staggering amount more complaints than Shouldice, simply based on the quality of mesh that has been available in the past. Plastic and polyethylene are highly foreign materials to the human body. I just like the idea of having only a few stitches of high strength plastic line inside my abdomen as opposed to mesh that can potentially harden into an abrasive shape and have tissue/other organic material potentially grow and embed into it.
This is only my opinion, but I put a lot of time and research into my choice and 7 months after my inguinal hernia repair surgery at Shouldice, I’m confident I made the right choice for my body and my available options. My experience there was pleasant and I’m physically better than when I went in there.
Best of luck to you, and hopefully you found something I said helpful.
@@fettmund9077 Thank you so much for the detailed explanation. I really appreciate it!
I have had the hernia for about 8 months now. After discovering the hernia, how long did you wait before the surgery ?
Also, just as a side note, what worries me is that I believe shouldice requires a 3 day stay compared to other hospitals where you get dismissed the same day. It seems like a money grab but will wait for your perspective.
Thanks again!
soumil slfjdsljfdsf you’re welcome!
I acted pretty much right away getting the ball rolling on my surgery. It took about 1/2 a year to plan and make happen.
Yes, the stay is longer, but it’s a fairly major surgery so it’s to be expected. I wouldn’t say it’s a money grab, I think it’s a good idea to stay for a day or two after for observation.
What hospital and did ins. Pay for it how long was your stay?
How small is too small? Would they operate on a golfball size which bulges out intermittently? Also, knowing what you know about the food - would you bring some with you if you were to do it again? Did they give you beans, nuts, tofu for protein and provide plant milk instead of dairy?
I’m guessing a golf ball size would be considered operable. Definitely, it’s a good idea any time, especially when putting the body under stress. I don’t know, They might have, I ate what they offered. Hope this info helps.
I was considering this any updates since four years ago
@@StarseedWitchTarot still feeling great 👍🏻
@ im getting surgery soon but out in the states
How long is the scar? Thanks.
Just wanted to drop buy and see how things are with you??
I’m doing well far maintaining my weight and I still feel kinda little hard rubber under my skin where Incision is and now this is from March 13 so not too bad..I do lots of walks exercise so that’s helps for sure and watch diet..
Great folks I met there and one fella was from Alberta and said to me to visit Grasslands it’s very special place to see skies stars etc..have to make visit sometime..
Take Care Stay Safe and Merry Xmas & Happy New Year
Alan H
Hey Alan,
Things are good, thank you for asking!
Since my surgery I’m up about 15 lbs. I keep to a 3 day a week weight lifting program and throw in some cardio about twice a week. I still get occasional soreness in the surgery area, especially after a heavy squat session. I know what causes the soreness, so I don’t worry about it. Otherwise I would never know I had a surgery, all is well.
Yes, Alberta has some amazing sights to see.
All the best to you!
@@fettmund9077
Hi
Thanks for reply great to hear from you man your were my motivator lol.Thank you 🙏🏻
That’s awesome keep it going and it’s good for health exercise..
I’m keeping my diet my weight down as usual and my scar is still there using bio oil and it’s minimizing slowly , pain wise ohh not at all sometime I feel something and when I get up not as often..
I do my 45 min walks daily and exercise as well as much as I can..with COVID19 two kids at home it’s tough mind you lost my contract with Transport Canada and still searching for job pretty crazy here in Ottawa lol..
Overall I tell you best experience I had and folks I met there very happy yes there is pain and process worth every penny to be at Shouldice and get non mesh my neighbour he is 73 I got mesh in Gatineau I’m fine I was like hmmm yeah no thanks don’t feel to be like a dog in and out and yet have fish net under your skin yeah nooo...
Very blessed and mind you one thing and my group at the time we got surgery on Friday 13th this past March and that’s when COVID19 exploded so we were very lucky and me catching last train to Ottawa at the time..I tell you it was like a movie..
I see your video on scout very cool project Kudos to you..👍🏼👍🏼
I’m still in wet shaving and I polish razors for folks and get things here and there while looking for job..
Take Care Stay Safe
Alan H
I’m going there next week surgery on Friday my second reoccurring Hernia on same spot...
Is surgery painful?? Did you feel anything? Walked right after surgery or they brought you in room?
Let me know I’m curious
Alan
Alan H Hi Alan, thanks for checking out my video. The surgery was not painful at all. I didn’t feel much at all, any discomfort I had was minor and brief. They took me to my room in a wheelchair, you’ll likely be be too medicated to walk right after the surgery. I slept off the meds and was fully coherent after a about a 2 hour nap.
Best of luck with everything!
Justin
Hopefully Helpful Thanks for reply Justin that helps ok so nothing you feel and you were up during surgery or sleeping?
So they take you to room directly after surgery that’s good..
I’m little scared but have to get it done and choose Shouldice for non mesh.
I’ll see next Friday it’s my turn 🙏🏻
Alan
Alan H I understand, I had the same questions and concerns going in. I was out for the whole thing, they medicate you pretty heavily. I did talk to some guys there that said they were awake for part of the surgery, but nobody complained about pain, the only thing they said was they could feel something going on at their surgery site(moving around), but again, no complaint of pain.
You’ll do great, the staff does a really good job of putting you at ease before and during the surgery. They get it’s a scary thing for people and the staff at Shouldice are real pros when it comes to making the patients feel they are in good hands.
@@fettmund9077 Thank you for reply Justin that's awesome, that's exactly what goes on in my head how it's going to be and all theatrics at OR room..
I will try to stay calm as I'm coming alone from Ottawa and Believe me I took right decision to come to Shouldice Hospitals here not the same as they use to be and as I said I will go to Europe before Ottawa god forbid..
I do a lot of research and I do Travel and I see World outside of BOX what I mean is Mesh Hernia repair I wouldn't recommend to anyone in my case it's my Second hernia in same spot one I Got when I was a kid in Croatia and one now here in Canada, obviously I have weak abdominal wall and for sure I won't be lifting heavy anymore that's for Sure..
If you are in Alberta there is Great Shaving Company Karve Christopher Bradley they make awesome Razors if your interested in WET SHAVING.
Alan
P.S. Thanks a lot hey it truly helps your info I'm Thankful
Hopefully Helpful Justin I made it second day I feel great ahhh can’t say the best man...
I was first I be operated at 9 am it’s reoccurring spot hernia and also they found out small hernia in my belly but they say not to worry..
My scar is little longer than needed but it’s existing hernia so they need to go little deep!
Surgery was fast I was up all time and even got up the table and walked toward my wheel chair I was impressed even tho my surgery dear man I’m telling you scared to death lol
Thank to you and I’ll post small short video too and yeah it’s great experience and can say Best of Best..
Take care
Alan
The timing couldn't have been worse to aggravate my inguinal hernia during this pandemic. For about 15 years I've lived with a large bulge around my groin area, (which is usually how it starts) but at the beginning of all this, I've noticed a small bulge--which you can't visually see--but can actually feel.
The unfortunate part is I can't even see my family doctor in person (or even get a consultation at Shouldice like I did 15 years ago) it's all over the phone diagnosis, so I can't even gauge how serious or non-serious it is. I have all all the typical symptoms of a tiny hernia, eg, a bit of discomfort during any straining, but no pain.
You can imagine the blow I felt after dodging a bullet for 15 years, sucks actually. The stress of quarantine is bad enough. Having this and all the uncertainty just sort of makes it worse.
Edward Bliss Hope it all works out for you, never a good thing to have to deal with.
@@fettmund9077 Thanks. I'm guessing putting on some weight during this quarantine might have something to do with it. Not being able to see a doctor plays with your mind, but you can't visibly see a bump and there's no pain when I cough or strain, so I guess I'm good for now.
Are you a bodybuilder? Has your surgery held up?
I do lift, it’s held up 100%.
Hi mate I done my shouldice 3 July 2021bg a surgeon in Dubai . Today is day 8 . I am walking very good one hour at a go at pretty decent pace with no pain . Doing two session of one hour walk each session . Doing some simple stretch . But when I seat long getting pain and some pulling in the abdomen near the incision. Is this normal . When do you think I will be without any pain moving, turning seating . Will me good if you share some more experience week by week basis weeks 2,3,4,5,…….
Is there a shouldice in dubai, if yes please share the address
@@khalidalfahim9380 check in al Zahara hospital Dubai . Dr riad al alaili. He did my shouldice. He is a old doc . Guess from 1975 batch . Done his practice in Switzerland. He said he learn the technic
From a shouldice surgeon in 1980s
How are you feeling now.. Are you able to workout and stretch maybe lift weights.
I’m 100% still, better than before the surgery. Can lift full steam 👌
@@fettmund9077 that's awesome.. How were the days after surgery. Going to the restroom, coughing or sneezing
@@Krookedhands Don’t plan on doing anything other than resting for at least a week after you get home. Then pretty light duty after a week. 4-6 weeks you’ll be pretty much healed up
@@fettmund9077 I'm crying man I was so scared my lifting was over I'm so happy I just had my surgery 2days ago. I feel the difference time to mend! This video made may day!!!!
@@anich7059any updates?