What doctor should I see for groin pain?

Call your primary care provider when you have persistent groin pain. Some insurance companies may require a referral from your primary doctor for a specialist, such as a sports medicine doctor, orthopedist or urologist.

Should you go to the doctor for a pulled groin?

Schedule a doctor’s visit if you have: Severe groin pain. Groin pain that doesn’t improve with home treatment within a few days. Mild testicle pain lasting longer than a few days. A lump or swelling in or around a testicle.

How do you treat a groin injury NHS?

Rest – stop any exercise or activities and try not to put any weight on the injury. Ice – apply an ice pack (or a bag of frozen vegetables wrapped in a tea towel) to the injury for up to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours. Compression – wrap a bandage around the injury to support it.

How long does a strained groin take to heal?

With rest and proper treatment, most groin strains heal on their own in about 4–8 weeks. More severe groin strains can take longer. It is very important to let the strain heal fully and get the doctor’s OK before going back to activities.

How does a groin strain feel?

How Does It Feel? A groin strain causes sharp pain or spasms in the groin area or lower abdominal region. The pain can quickly resolve, or it can persist, developing into a throbbing pain at rest with sharp stabs of pain when you try to move your leg or walk.

How long does a groin strain last NHS?

Groin strains usually occur in activities which include sudden changes of direction whilst playing sports, but can also occur by simply slipping on a wet surface or during day to day activity. Typically your symptoms should resolve within six to eight weeks of the initial onset with the correct management.

What helps a pulled groin heal faster?

To speed the healing, you can:

• Ice the inside of your thigh to reduce pain and swelling. Experts recommend doing it for 20 to 30 minutes every 3 to 4 hours for 2 to 3 days, or until the pain is gone.
• Compress your thigh using an elastic bandage or tape.
• Take anti-inflammatory painkillers.

What do you do for a strained groin?

How Are Groin Strains Treated?

1. Rest the area and avoid activities that cause pain.
2. For the first day or two, put an ice pack on the area 3–4 times a day for 15 minutes at a time.
3. Use an elastic wrap to help support the groin and keep the swelling down.

Do groin injuries heal themselves?

What is a groin strain?

What is a groin strain? A groin strain is a tear in the one of the muscles in the pelvis, including your lower abdominal or thigh muscles. It normally affects the area where the muscle and tendon meet. It can become a longstanding problem if the muscles around the groin weaken.

How serious is a Grade 3 groin strain?

Grade 3 groin strains are the most serious. They involve either a complete (100%) or almost complete rupture of the muscle. You will feel severe pain at the time of injury and be unable to continue. Contracting the groin muscles will be impossible from a combination of pain and weakness.

How can I prevent a groin strain?

The best way to prevent groin strain is to avoid using the adductor muscle without proper training and preparation. Especially if you play a sport that’s likely to cause groin strain, regularly stretch and strengthen your adductor muscles. Continue training throughout the year if possible.

What is a pulled groin muscle?

It is often referred to as a ‘pulled groin muscle’, or a ‘groin pull’ and ranges from a mild to very severe. Groin strain symptoms vary depending on the type and severity of your injury and include: Sudden sharp pain in the groin area, or inside of your thigh.