Pain Questions & Answers » groin http://www.feelthehurt.com Real questions and answers from pain sufferers Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:33:15 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 How To Get Rid Of Groin Pain http://www.feelthehurt.com/lower-body-pain/how-to-get-rid-of-groin-pain.html http://www.feelthehurt.com/lower-body-pain/how-to-get-rid-of-groin-pain.html#comments Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 admin 339587 Groin pain is common in athletes, dancers, martial artists and people who like to run. Usually, groin pain is caused by an injury to the sartorius or gracilis muscles, two muscles that are attached to the pelvic bone in the groin area. Unfortunately, these injuries can take awhile to heal. The first step in getting rid of groin pain is to rest your legs for awhile. This includes refraining from all physical activity and working out. During the first 48 hours or so, use ice packs on your groin to reduce any swelling, inflammation or pain. Ice is better than heat initally because it minimizes blood and lymph flow which can worsen your groin pain. Use the ice for about 20 minutes, then repeat treatment several times per day. While icing and while you are relaxing, it is also a good idea to elevate your buttocks so that your groin is above your heart. This can also alleviate inflammation and pain. Once your initial swelling and inflammation is reduced substantially, try using a heating pad on your groin. At this point, you want to increase the flow of blood to your injured groin. Blood carries antioxidants such as vitamin A and C as well as oxygen, which are necessary for healing. You should also take anti-inflammatory medications after the onset of groin pain. Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) are both effective against both inflammation and pain. Tylenol only alleviates pain. Continue taking one of these medications until your groin pain is gone.

When your groin is feeling better and pain is at a minimum, start doing some very gentle stretching exercises for your groin muscles. Simply sitting and a chair and spreading your legs outward is an effective way to ease your way into stretching. Hold that position for 15-30 seconds, then relax. Try spreading your legs a couple more times, then try to bend slightly to each side. As you gain more flexibility in your groin muscles, you will be able to stretch them even more. But never exceed a range of motion where the movements are painful. Walking and using an exercise bike can also help promote blood flow to your groin area. The key is to getting over groin pain is to continue the heat and medications while gradually getting your groin muscles acclimated to activity again. A healthy diet can also enhance your recovery.

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