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Lumbar Hernia (Center Abdomen)

Lumbar hernias are weak spots in the muscles on the side or back of the abdomen that tissue and organs may push through. Pain from a lumbar hernia usually radiates out from the lower back. It may include cramps in the middle and sides of the abdomen. Like stomach and intestine hernias, many lumbar hernias don’t require any treatment unless they begin to cause pain or increase in size.

Hernias can be caused by heavy lifting without appropriate support. Lifting heavy objects can affect the pressure inside your abdomen and put stress on the muscles, causing them to weaken. Hernias can be avoided by lifting with the knees instead of the back, using tools like a dolly or additional assistance to lessen the weight, and building core muscles.