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Sports Injuries: Groin Injury
What is a Groin Pull/Strain?
A groin strain is similar to any other type of muscle strain, it occurs when the muscles of the inner thigh are stretched beyond their limits. This can result in small muscle tears that cause pain and swelling. The most common cause of groin pain is a muscle strain that causes localized pain in the inner thigh, or groin.
The muscles in the groin area are fan-like and pull the legs together when they contract. They also help stabilize the hip joint. The adductors attach from the pelvis to the femur. A severe tear can cause a sudden, acute pain and may be accompanied by swelling and bruising. They are painful to the touch, and pain increases with resistance movements, and stretching of the inner thigh and hamstrings.
These injuries often occur during a sudden change of direction while running and quick starts and stops. These injuries are especially common in field or court sports.
Treating a Groin Pull
Immediate relief and treatment can be attained by following this treatment plan;
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During the first week to fortnight after the injury try not to aggravate it, avoid contact and very physical sports. After two weeks SLOWLY return to exercising. After exercising apply ice to the muscle to reduce swelling and having applied ice wrap the thigh and keep it compressed. If using an anti-inflammatory only do so for the first week of injury.
When inflammation subsides, you can start a stretching program. And then a strengthening program of low-intensity exercises. Running may also be started during recovery, but it should be gentle, gradual and not include hill or sprint work. Pay attention to signs of pain or increased tenderness, and reduce exercise if any develops. Stretch gently and never force a stretch. A return to activity should be possible within two or three weeks.
Preventing a Groin Pull
Proper warm up and stretching routine is key to injury prevention. Stretching the inner thigh and hip flexors can also help prevent muscle strains.
Additionally, gradually increasing time, and intensity of activity can prevent overuse and trauma to the working muscles.
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