When is sports physiotherapy recommended for groin strain?

A groin strain commonly involves the muscles or tendons on the inner thigh, often after sprinting, changing direction or kicking. Assessment helps distinguish muscle pain from problems involving the hip, abdominal wall or pubic region. Rehabilitation may begin with comfortable movement and load management, then progress to adductor strength, trunk control, running drills and the actions your sport requires.

Reduce movements that reproduce sharp pain, but avoid prolonged complete rest unless advised. A physiotherapist can examine strength, range of motion and single-leg control, then set exercises that match your current tolerance. Increase running speed, kicking and direction changes in stages, with symptoms guiding the next step. Read more about [Sports Physiotherapy](/treatments/physiotherapy-and-rehabilitation/sports-physiotherapy/).

Seek prompt assessment if pain began with a pop, bruising is extensive, walking is difficult, the hip feels locked, or pain is severe at rest. Urgent care is appropriate for a deformity, numbness, a cold leg or rapidly worsening swelling. Recurrent groin pain with sport also deserves review before you return to full intensity.

Ask which structure is injured, which exercises are suitable now, how to judge next-day soreness, and what tests or milestones should come before sprinting, kicking and competition.