How can you fix a pulled groin?

A groin strain affects muscles that bring the leg inward, often after sprinting, changing direction or stretching beyond what the muscle can tolerate. Pain may be felt high in the inner thigh and can increase with walking, running, kicking or squeezing the legs together. Groin Pain has several possible causes, so an examination helps distinguish a strain from a hip or abdominal problem.

In the early phase, stop the movement that provokes pain and use comfortable walking as your guide. Gentle movement can limit stiffness; avoid forceful stretching or returning to sprinting while everyday movements remain painful. As symptoms settle, a clinician may prescribe strengthening for the inner thigh, hip and trunk, followed by running and direction-change drills. Exercise Therapy and Sports Physiotherapy can guide loading, while a Return-to-Sport Programme can structure the final stages.

Seek prompt assessment if you felt a pop, cannot walk normally, have marked bruising or swelling, or notice weakness that does not improve. Urgent care is appropriate for severe pain after major trauma, numbness, fever or a painful groin lump. Arrange review when pain keeps returning or prevents normal activity despite reducing the trigger.

Ask which muscle is involved, what activity level is safe, when strengthening should begin, and which tests will show readiness for running or sport. Discuss how to reduce reinjury risk during your usual training.