Robotic hernia surgical repair is a relatively new technique that was developed to reduce the invasiveness of the surgery, which then allows the patient to recover rapidly with minimal pain and practically no scarring. Unlike traditional hernia repair that can require a month or more of recovery, patients treated with robotic hernia surgery are usually […]
Three Things to Know About Robotic Hernia Surgery
Hernia repair was once something that people put off for as long as they possibly could. In the past, this type of surgery was highly invasive. It was also painful and typically required an extended amount of downtime. Recent advancements in robotic technologies, however, are allowing for far less discomfort and shorter recovery times. Current […]
What is Robotic Hernia Repair?
When you hear that your doctor is interested in doing a robotic hernia repair, you may have one of two reactions. Your first reaction might be, this is cool! Or your reaction may be more along the lines of, is this procedure safe? The first thing that you need to understand is that all hernia […]