Pelvis > Groin Pull > Treatments

    Rest, Ice

Whether it stems from an acute injury or chronic overuse, a groin pull often can be treated effectively by rest and ice:

   Rest - Your doctor will likely suggest that you take it easy for several days or longer, depending on the severity of your injury, so it may be wise to clear your schedule of any physical activities.

   Ice – Your doctor may recommend applying an ice pack on the strained area for about 15 minutes three or four times a day. To massage, rotate the ice pack firmly around the area.

For the typical muscle strain or pull, including groin injuries, the treatment is always conservative. When the patient feels ready, he can proceed to a gradual stretching and strengthening program followed with a return to activities. This works equally well for the weekend warrior and the professional athlete. Anti-inflammatory medication and ice help with the swelling, but time is what cures groin pulls more than anything. In higher levels of competition, treatments such as muscle stimulators and ultrasound can help with the healing process. Every groin pull is different and the recovery depends on many factors. Age, level of fitness, severity of the injury, and a diligence with respect to rehabilitation all contribute to recovery times

Stretching the adductor muscles before an activity is the most important thing you can do to prevent a groin pull. There are two types of stretches that can help:

   Adductor stretch – While sitting on the floor, put the bottoms of your feet together and gently press your knees outward. You should be able to feel your inner thigh muscles stretching while you do this.

   Hip flexor – Place one foot well ahead of the other and lean forward toward the leading knee. You should feel the upper thigh of the hind leg stretching. Reverse your legs to stretch the other thigh muscle. Compression shorts can also help as they give added support to the leg muscles.