How to Relieve Hernia Pain: 15 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

Download ArticleCo-authored byJoel Giffin, PT, DPT, CHTand Janice TiepermanLast Updated: February 24, 2025Fact CheckedDownload ArticleTreating Hernia Pain at Home|Making Lifestyle Changes|Using Herbal Remedies|VideoHernias can occur in a number of different parts of the body. They can also cause pain and discomfort. This is because, during a hernia, the contents of one part of your body push through into surrounding tissue or muscle. Hernias can happen in the abdomen, around the belly button (umbilicus), in the groin area (femoral or inguinal), or at the stomach. If you have a stomach hernia (hiatal), you'll probably experience hyperacidity or acid reflux. Fortunately, you can manage the pain at home and make lifestyle changes to relieve some hernia discomfort.Things You Should KnowApply an ice pack to the area for 10-15 minutes to relieve pain and swelling. You can do this 1-2 times per day.Take OTC pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen to soothe mild to moderate pain. If yo...