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Groin injuries in athletes.

V Morelli1, V Smith

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans, USA.

American Family Physician
|October 30, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Groin injuries are common in athletes, affecting 2-5% of all sports injuries. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of conditions like adductor strains and osteitis pubis are crucial to prevent chronic pain and career-ending issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Musculoskeletal Injuries

Background:

  • Groin injuries represent 2-5% of all athletic injuries.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are vital to prevent chronic and career-limiting conditions.
  • Adductor strains and osteitis pubis are the most frequent causes of athletic groin pain, often presenting diagnostic challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the common causes of groin pain in athletes.
  • To highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis for effective management.
  • To differentiate between various etiologies of groin pain.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of sports-related groin injuries.
  • Analysis of common musculoskeletal causes of groin pain.
  • Discussion of differential diagnoses for athletic groin pain.

Main Results:

  • Adductor strains and osteitis pubis are the most prevalent causes of groin pain in athletes.
  • Distinguishing between these two conditions can be challenging.
  • Other potential causes include sports hernia, groin disruption, iliopsoas bursitis, fractures, nerve compression, and snapping hip syndrome.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis of groin injuries is essential for appropriate treatment.
  • Understanding the diverse etiologies of groin pain aids in clinical decision-making.
  • Timely intervention can prevent long-term consequences for athletes.

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