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However, other conditions can mimic the symptoms of a groin strain. One lesser-known condition is a sports hernia. Sports hernias have been found in patients with chronic groin strains.
A sports hernia is similar to a regular inguinal hernia , which is a weakening of muscles in the abdomen. The symptoms of a sports hernia can be almost the same as those of a groin strain. These other conditions may also feel and look like a groin strain:. Once a strain is diagnosed, you can begin treatment. Rest, stretching, and oral pain medications are the most common treatments. Surgery is not usually necessary.
Groin strains can be frustrating for athletes and weekend warriors alike. You may want to return to your activities before you're fully recovered. Exactly how long it takes to recover will depend on how severe the pull is and how quickly your body tends to heal.
Sticking to your treatment plan can help ensure that you heal as quickly as possible. It is important to allow your body the time it needs to heal completely. Otherwise, you may risk another injury—and starting the healing process all over again. Working with a physical therapist or an athletic trainer may help.
If you have a groin strain, a stretching program will help you recover. Simple stretches can help ease the symptoms and keep new strains from occurring. As a general rule, stretches should not hurt.
There should be a gentle pulling sensation, but this should not be painful. The first stretch is the squatting adductor stretch:. This adductor stretch is done while standing:. The butterfly stretch is done in a sitting position:.
The cross-leg stretch is done while sitting:. Got state of the art custom fitted splint that made life easy and they put my mind at ease. Each an everyone was overly nice an very helpful an explained everything. Staff was great! Procedure wss thoroughly explained from their part and on my part. All went well! Thanks for a great experience. Groin Strain. New Patient? Jules F. Dea'Mario F. Ricky J. Priscilla F. Load more reviews Write a review. Write a review. Try Home Treatment You have answered all the questions.
Try home treatment to relieve the symptoms. Call your doctor if symptoms get worse or you have any concerns for example, if symptoms are not getting better as you would expect. You may need care sooner. Symptoms of infection may include: Increased pain, swelling, warmth, or redness in or around the area. Red streaks leading from the area. Pus draining from the area. A fever. Long-term alcohol and drug problems. Steroid medicines, which may be used to treat a variety of conditions.
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Other medicines used to treat autoimmune disease. Medicines taken after organ transplant. Not having a spleen. Pain in adults and older children Severe pain 8 to 10 : The pain is so bad that you can't stand it for more than a few hours, can't sleep, and can't do anything else except focus on the pain. Moderate pain 5 to 7 : The pain is bad enough to disrupt your normal activities and your sleep, but you can tolerate it for hours or days.
Moderate can also mean pain that comes and goes even if it's severe when it's there. Mild pain 1 to 4 : You notice the pain, but it is not bad enough to disrupt your sleep or activities. Urinary symptoms may include: Pain when you urinate. Trouble urinating. Not being able to urinate at all. Blood in your urine. Seek Care Now Based on your answers, you may need care right away. Call your doctor now to discuss the symptoms and arrange for care. If you cannot reach your doctor or you don't have one, seek care in the next hour.
You do not need to call an ambulance unless: You cannot travel safely either by driving yourself or by having someone else drive you.
You are in an area where heavy traffic or other problems may slow you down. Seek Care Today Based on your answers, you may need care soon. Call your doctor today to discuss the symptoms and arrange for care. If you cannot reach your doctor or you don't have one, seek care today.
If it is evening, watch the symptoms and seek care in the morning. If the symptoms get worse, seek care sooner. Make an Appointment Based on your answers, the problem may not improve without medical care. Make an appointment to see your doctor in the next 1 to 2 weeks.
If appropriate, try home treatment while you are waiting for the appointment. If symptoms get worse or you have any concerns, call your doctor. Urinary Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older. Urinary Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger. Male Genital Problems and Injuries. Female Genital Problems and Injuries. Home Treatment Home treatment measures can help relieve pain, swelling, and bruising and promote healing after a groin injury.
Rest and protect an injured or sore groin area for 1 to 2 weeks. Stop, change, or take a break from any activity that may be causing your pain or soreness. Do not do intense activities while you still have pain. A pulled muscle strain in the groin can take several weeks to heal.
Cold will reduce pain and swelling. Apply an ice or cold pack immediately to reduce swelling. Apply the ice or cold pack for 10 to 20 minutes, 3 or more times a day. A bag of frozen peas or corn may work as a cold pack.
Protect your skin from frostbite by placing a cloth between the ice and your skin. After 48 to 72 hours, if the swelling is gone, apply warmth to the area that hurts. While you are recovering from a groin injury, wear underwear that supports the injured area. Females can use workout underwear or shorts with a snug fit. For males, it's best to wear jockey shorts with a snug fit rather than boxer shorts. Medicine you can buy without a prescription Try an over-the-counter medicine to help treat your pain: Acetaminophen , such as Tylenol Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs NSAIDs : Ibuprofen, such as Advil or Motrin Naproxen, such as Aleve or Naprosyn Aspirin , such as Bayer or Ecotrin Talk to your child's doctor before switching back and forth between doses of acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
Safety tips Be sure to follow these safety tips when you use an over-the-counter medicine: Carefully read and follow all directions on the medicine bottle and box. Do not use more than the recommended dose. Do not take a medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to it in the past. If you have been told to avoid a medicine, call your doctor before you take it. If you are or could be pregnant, call your doctor before you take any medicine.
Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than age 20 unless your doctor tells you to. Home treatment measures may also be helpful for: Yeast infections that cause a fiery red rash with a scalloped border and sharply outlined edges in skin folds. Jock itch , which is a fungus ringworm infection of the skin that may cause a rash and blisters.
Minor cuts or skin wounds with mild bleeding. Minor rashes that are red and itchy. These may be caused by contact with a substance contact dermatitis such as poison ivy that causes an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for during home treatment Call your doctor if any of the following occur during home treatment: Signs of infection develop, such as fever, swelling, redness, or pus. Swelling that is known to be a hernia suddenly becomes very painful.
A rash gets worse or has not improved. Groin pain has not improved. A limp or trouble walking develops or becomes worse. Symptoms become more severe or frequent.
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