Groin Strain

Groin Strains

Anatomy and Biomechanics

Groin strains involve injury to the adductor muscles of the inner thigh, which help stabilize the pelvis and control side-to-side movement.

Signs and Symptoms

Pain in the inner thigh
Pain with sprinting or cutting
Tenderness in the groin muscles
Weakness with leg movement
Possible bruising along the inner thigh

How Physiotherapy Helps

Treatment focuses on:

progressive strengthening of the adductors
hip stability training
flexibility exercises
return-to-sport progression

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Groin Strain

Groin Strains

Anatomy and Biomechanics

Signs and Symptoms

How Physiotherapy Helps

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Groin Strain

Groin Strains

Anatomy and Biomechanics

Signs and Symptoms

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How Physiotherapy Helps

Related Blog Posts

How Pre-Operative Physiotherapy Improves Surgical Outcomes

Shockwave Therapy in Oakville: Heal Stubborn Leg and Tendon Pain at Physical Edge Physiotherapy

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Hockey Mobility: Why It Matters and the Best Stretches to Improve It

Compression Therapy: A New Service at Physical Edge

The Most Important Muscle in Your Body: Meet the Psoas

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