A groin strain is a partial or complete tear of the small fibers
of the adductor muscles. The adductors are a group of muscles
located on the inner side of the thigh. They start in the groin
area and run down the inner thigh to attach to the inner side of
the knee. Groin strain is a common sports-related injury.
Treatment depends on the severity of the strain. A groin strain
can be caused by: - Stretching the adductor muscles beyond the
amount of tension they can withstand - Suddenly putting stress
on the adductor muscles when they are not ready for stress -
Overusing the adductor muscles over time - Getting a direct blow
to the adductor muscles Factors that may increase your chance of
developing a groin strain include: - Participation in sports
that require bursts of speed. This includes track sports like
running, hurdles, or long jump. Other sports include basketball,
soccer, football, or rugby. - Previous strain or injury to the
area. - Muscle fatigue. - Tight groin muscles. Symptoms may
include: - Pain an