Groin Strain and Pain

Who does this affect? Athletes are the group of people most commonly affected.

Symptoms Aching groin pain on physical activity.

Investigations X-rays, ultrasound or MRI scans may be necessary.  Diagnoses include problems outside the joint such as tendon problems and problems inside the joint such as cartilage injury; ligament injury and labral tear which is similar to a cartilage tear in the knee.

Non-surgical Treatment If identified early the condition will usually respond to a specific program of physiotherapy.

Surgical Treatment Long-term symptoms that do not settle with physiotherapy and injection may require surgery such as arthroscopy.