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Will Hiatal Hernia Surgery Cause Back Pain

Health Encyclopedia: Back Pain And Sciatica Introduction

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Alternative Treatments

Acupuncture. People with back pain find longer lasting relief from acupuncture than physical therapy, according to a study in the British Medical Journal. Another study, published in the Archives of Internal Medicine says that acupuncture works better than no back pain treatment at all.

Yoga. A study in the December 20, 2005 Annals of Internal Medicine found that yoga relieves low back pain better than conventional exercise or self-help books.

Physical Therapy

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Expert & Community Posts

Hiatal Hernia

By Tracy Davenport , Health Expert

...determined the cause of his reflux symptoms was a hiatal hernia. For those of you who may also... Read more »

Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: Surgery for Hiatal Hernia

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

My doctor has recommended that I have my hiatal hernia repaired. I am waiting to see a surgeon. Is... Read more »

New Guidelines for Low Back Pain Treatment

By Dr. Mark Borigini , Health Expert

...providers regarding the diagnosis and treatment of low back pain. In addition, the Society... Read more »

GERD Questions: Hiatal Hernia and Schatzki's ring

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...series, and have been told that I have a paraesophageal hiatal hernia. I have an appointment... Read more »

Dr. Eisner Answers Your GERD Questions: What's a pH Test for?

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...with drug therapy Before or after anti-acid reflux surgery If you experience non-cardiac chest... Read more »

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Health Guide

Back Pain and Sciatica: Risk Factors

...injury, after lifting a heavy object, or after making an abrupt movement. Not all people experience back pain after such events, however. A number of conditions may make people more or less... Read more »

Back Pain and Sciatica: Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain

for Chronic Low Back PainEvidence strongly suggests that only intensive treatment using a combination of physical and psychological rehabilitation programs can reduce pain and improve... Read more »

Back Pain and Sciatica: Prognosis

PrognosisMost people with acute low back pain are back at work within a month and fully recover within a few months. According to one study, about a third of patients with uncomplicated low back pain... Read more »

GERD Diagnosis

...solution containing barium, then x-rays are taken. This test can show stricture, active ulcer craters, hiatal hernia, erosion, or other abnormalities. The test cannot reveal mild irritation.Upper... Read more »

Acid Reflux GERD Surgery: Fundoplication

...twofold:To increase LES pressure and, therefore, prevent acid back-up (reflux).To repair any present hiatal hernia.There are two primary approaches:Open Nissen fundoplication (the more invasive... Read more »

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