A sudden jolt of pain while working out can be frightening, especially when it occurs in a more sensitive area, such as the groin or lower abdomen. Oftentimes, this type of discomfort can be due to some type of muscle strain, which is not usually a cause for true...
Surgical scars are extremely common. One study estimates that worldwide, 100 million people each year acquire a scar from surgical procedures. While it’s normal to worry about scars from surgery, chances are you know many people who have surgical scarring. Scar...
When looking for medical assistance for a hernia, robotic hernia surgery is an option. Depending on the severity of the symptoms and the location of the hernia, your physician may recommend surgery or lifestyle changes. What Is a Hernia? A hernia is a medical term for...
Most of us have seen hernias in infants and children, which frequently occur near the belly button or elsewhere on the abdomen. You may be surprised to learn that hernias are also quite common among adults. In some cases, hernias cause no symptoms and can even correct...
In many cases, having a hernia is relatively painless, although it can certainly be cosmetically unpleasing. For some men and women, hernias produce painful, disruptive symptoms. Whether you’re considering hernia repair for aesthetic or functional reasons, the expert...
Thanks to recent medical advancements in hernia surgery, Arizona Premier Surgery in Chandler, Gilbert, and Scottsdale, AZ proudly offers robotic hernia repair. Compared to previous hernia techniques that required large incisions and left equally large scars, patients...
