A hiatal hernia occurs when your stomach protrudes through a hole in your diaphragm. A large hole will allow stomach acid to get into the esophagus causing heartburn and chest pain. Surgery may be necessary with a very large hole. In his book, "Yoga:
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Tips & Warnings
- Use a block to support the palm instead of your leg or the floor in triangle pose. The block can bring greater spine, neck and shoulder extension for those with stiff backs.
- Avoid cobra, bow and bridge pose as these poses put pressure on the abdomen.
- Avoid inversions as they could allow a reflux of stomach acid into the diaphragm.
- Exercise with the approval of your doctor.
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