Herina can be cured through Yoga

In this episode of yoga therapy we are discussing about hernia. Outward projection of any internal organ of the body through a hole or opening is known as Herina. This is a common disease and in this disease lower abdominal muscles become weak. In such a condition a part of intestines comes out. The disease is caused because of the untoward tension in the muscles. This is a disease of reproductive and urinary system also. The other diseases of urinary and reproductive systems will be discussed in the forthcoming issues.

The types of Herina.

There are different types of Herina. The difference in the names is based on the location in the body where the Herina is found.

1. Inguinal Herina:  This is caused when some internal organ of abdominal region gets pressed under inguinal canal. in this the material of the hernia comes inside the gonads and starts growing gradually. In this case it is difficult to differentiate the Herina from Hydrocele. Therefore the right diagnosis is a must. This condition occurs in males (20% more) than in females. Among all the types of external hernia this condition is found in more than 70% cases.

2. Femoral Herina: In this type, abdominal organ gets dislocated and moves toward a hole in front part of the thigh. The femoral artery is present here and hence the name. This is mainly found in females. Among the common Herina cases this type is found in 17% cases.

3. Umbilical Herina: In this, knot or sac of hernia comes out of the navel. This condition arises in cases where the abdominal muscles in the naval region are somewhat weak. This is seen generally at the time of birth or early childhood or in the middle aged obese individuals with extra large abdomen. Among all the cases of Herina percentage of this type is 8%. Depending on the projection or outgrowth this is of two types.

a. In this type of Herina the sac, which comes out can be pressed inside. When the patient is in supine position the sac automatically moves inside and when the patient is in standing position it ejects out. Most of the Herina cases are of this type. This condition can be easily cured by the practice of yoga.

b. The cases where Herina cannot be pressed back into the body are dangerous, as some of the abdominal organs can get entangled in it. In such cases Gangrene can be formed in that spot, which could be fatal. In this type of Herina Doctors' advice is must.