title: How I Manage Hernias in the Athlete.
abstract: In brief: Hernias should be detected and repaired as early as possible. The sooner they are repaired, the stronger the repair is likely to be. The type of repair and the amount of time away from sports activities depend on the type of hernia. Most adults cannot return to sports for at least six to eight weeks. Return to activity should not be too soon, however, because of the threat of recurrence and the difficulty in repairing a recurring hernia.
authors.forename: C E
authors.initials: CE
authors.lastname: Haycock