Groin Strain Definition & Overview

Definition

A groin strain is a partial tear of the small fibers of the adductor muscles. The adductors are a group of three 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.

Muscles of the Groin

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Distensión inguinal
on April 3, 2010 - 5:05pm

Encylopedia entry for Distensión inguinal.

Distensión inguinal(Distensión de aductor; Distensión inguinal; Ingle distend
Groin Strain Treatment
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Muscle Tear: Groin Strain
on June 10, 2008 - 7:30am

Encylopedia entry for Muscle Tear: Groin Strain.

Groin Strain(Adductor Strain; Groin Pull; Pulled Groin; Pulled Groin Muscle;