How to Treat a Pulled Groin

A pulled groin is one of the most difficult athletic injuries to rehab. It can take a long time to fully recover from one, and continued athletic activity only worsens the condition in many cases. There are, however, methods of effectively treating a pulled groin.

Things You'll Need

  • Heating pad
  • Ice packs
  • Over-the-counter pain medication
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Instructions

    • 1

      See your medical practitioner or athletic trainer and make sure that what you have is in fact a pulled groin. Also, your doctor may prescribe medication to help you recover more quickly, such as pain medication or prescription anti-inflammatory drugs.

    • 2

      Rest. This is the single best cure for a pulled groin. Avoid intense athletic activity as much as possible and try to stay off of your feet and rest as much as possible.

    • 3

      Ice the affected groin area often in the first couple of days after the injury, 20 minutes at a time, once every 2 to 4 hours. This will help reduce swelling and pain, and should speed recovery time.

    • 4

      Begin using a heating pad on the area for roughly 30 to 45 minutes at a time, once every 4 to 6 hours, after the first few days in which you're icing the pulled groin. This will loosen the muscles up, relieve pain, and help speed recovery times dramatically.

    • 5

      Begin to gently stretch the affected groin muscles once or twice each day when you feel it's possible. This stretching should not be at all painful, but feel pleasant in the way that rubbing sore muscles feels. Stop immediately if there's any pain and don't overdo the stretching.

    • 6

      Avoid strenuous physical activity until the pulled groin feels almost completely healed, and then only resume your normal activities after being cleared by your medical professional.