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Sportsman hernia: what can we do?
J F W Garvey1, J W Read, A Turner
1Groin Pain Clinic, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia. jgarvey@groinpainclinic.com.au
Hernia : the Journal of Hernias and Abdominal Wall Surgery
|January 13, 2010
Summary
Sportsman
Area of Science:
- Sports medicine
- Orthopedic surgery
- Athletic injuries
Background:
- Sportsman's hernia, common in football players, presents as chronic groin pain.
- It is often part of a larger 'groin disruption injury' involving multiple pelvic structures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the clinical presentation, risk factors, diagnostic methods, and treatment outcomes for sportsman's hernia.
- To provide a comprehensive overview for clinicians and athletes.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical presentation, including pain patterns and physical findings.
- Identification of risk factors such as hip mobility and pelvic instability.
- Discussion of diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, MRI) and surgical techniques.
- Outline of rehabilitation protocols.
Main Results:
- Surgical groin reconstruction combined with rehabilitation allows return to sport in approximately 3 months.
- Early detection and correction of risk factors may aid prevention.
Conclusions:
- Sportsman's hernia requires a multi-faceted approach involving accurate diagnosis, surgical repair, and targeted rehabilitation.
- Effective management can lead to a successful return to athletic activity.
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