A groin strain is a partial or complete tear of the small fibers of the adductor muscles. These muscles start in the groin and run down the inner thigh to attach to the inner side of the knee.
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This problem with the adductor muscles may be caused by:
Things that may raise the risk of this problem are:
Problems may be:
You will be asked about your symptoms and health history. A physical exam will be done. This may be enough to make the diagnosis.
Images may be needed if symptoms are severe. This can be done with an MRI scan.
How long it takes to heal depends on how badly the muscles are strained. Treatment will include:
Medicines may also be given to ease pain and swelling.
This problem may be prevented by:
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Last reviewed March 2020 by EBSCO Medical Review Board Laura Lei-Rivera, PT, DPT Last Updated: 3/10/2021
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