Groin Injuries And Problems
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The document provides an overview of groin problems and injuries, highlighting that they commonly occur during sports, work, or accidents. It explains that groin pain can also arise from referred pain due to issues in other parts of the body, such as leg muscles or ligaments. Diagnosis of groin injuries typically involves examining the hip joint, which plays a crucial role in weight-bearing and mobility.
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Groin Injuries And Problems
- 1. Overview of Groin Problems and Injuries
- 2. Introduction The groin areas Click here to see an illustration which are located on each side of the body in the folds where the belly joins the legs. The pubic area lies between the two groin areas.
- 3. Groin Injuries Groin injuries most commonly occur during: • Sports or recreational activities, such as ice hockey, cross-country skiing, basketball, and soccer. • Work-related activities. • Work or projects around the home. • Motor vehicle accidents.
- 4. Other causes of groin problems Groin pain not caused by an injury to the groin may be coming from other parts of the body. This is called radiating, or referred, pain. Pulled muscles, ligaments, or tendons in the leg may cause symptoms in the groin. It is important to look for other causes of groin pain when you have not had an injury.
- 5. Diagnosis When discussing a groin injury, the hip is a logical place to start. Your hip joint is the largest weight bearing joint in your body. It is designed to absorb shock, generate force, while maintaining an impressive range of motion when functioning correctly.