Adductor Muscle Strain
An adductor muscle strain, also called a groin strain or pull, is an injury to the muscles or tendon on the upper inner part of the thigh. These muscles are called the adductor muscles or groin muscles. They are responsible for moving the leg across the body. A muscle strain occurs when a muscle is overstretched and some muscle fibers are torn. An adductor muscle strain can range from mild to severe depending on how many muscle fibers are affected and whether the muscle fibers are partially or completely torn.
Adductor muscle strains usually occur during exercise or participation in sports. The injury often happens when a sudden, violent force is placed on a muscle, stretching the muscle too far. A strain is more likely …show more content…
This begins as sharp pain and persists as a dull ache.
• Popping or snapping feeling when the injury occurs (for severe strains).
• Swelling or bruising.
• Muscle spasms.
• Weakness in the leg.
• Stiffness in the groin area with decreased ability to move the affected muscles.
DIAGNOSIS
This condition may be diagnosed based on your symptoms, your description of how the injury occurred, and a physical exam. X-rays are sometimes needed to rule out a broken bone or cartilage problems. A CT scan or MRI may be done if your health care provider suspects a complete muscle tear.
TREATMENT
An adductor strain will often heal on its own. Your health care provider may prescribe medicines to help manage pain and swelling (anti-inflammatory medicine). You may be told to use crutches for the first few days to minimize your pain.
HOME CARE INSTRUCTIONS
• Rest. Do not use the strained muscle if it causes pain.
• If directed, apply ice to the injured area:
○ Put ice in a plastic bag.
○ Place a towel between your skin and the bag.
○ Leave the ice on for 20 minutes, 2–3 times per day. Do this for the first 2 days after the
An adductor muscle strain, also called a groin strain or pull, is an injury to the muscles or tendon on the upper inner part of the thigh. These muscles are called the adductor muscles or groin muscles. They are responsible for moving the leg across the body. A muscle strain occurs when a muscle is overstretched and some muscle fibers are torn. An adductor muscle strain can range from mild to severe depending on how many muscle fibers are affected and whether the muscle fibers are partially or completely torn.
Adductor muscle strains usually occur during exercise or participation in sports. The injury often happens when a sudden, violent force is placed on a muscle, stretching the muscle too far. A strain is more likely …show more content…
This begins as sharp pain and persists as a dull ache.
• Popping or snapping feeling when the injury occurs (for severe strains).
• Swelling or bruising.
• Muscle spasms.
• Weakness in the leg.
• Stiffness in the groin area with decreased ability to move the affected muscles.
DIAGNOSIS
This condition may be diagnosed based on your symptoms, your description of how the injury occurred, and a physical exam. X-rays are sometimes needed to rule out a broken bone or cartilage problems. A CT scan or MRI may be done if your health care provider suspects a complete muscle tear.
TREATMENT
An adductor strain will often heal on its own. Your health care provider may prescribe medicines to help manage pain and swelling (anti-inflammatory medicine). You may be told to use crutches for the first few days to minimize your pain.
HOME CARE INSTRUCTIONS
• Rest. Do not use the strained muscle if it causes pain.
• If directed, apply ice to the injured area:
○ Put ice in a plastic bag.
○ Place a towel between your skin and the bag.
○ Leave the ice on for 20 minutes, 2–3 times per day. Do this for the first 2 days after the