Groin Strain Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

Symptoms include:

• Pain and tenderness in the groin area
• Stiffness in the groin area
• Weakness of the adductor muscles
• Bruising in the groin area (if blood vessels are broken)
• Popping or snapping sensation as the muscle tears (possibly)

Diagnosis

The doctor will ask about your symptoms, medical history, physical activity, and the injury. Your thigh will be examined for:

• Tenderness and/or bruising directly over the adductor muscles
• Pain or weakness when contracting the adductor muscles, particularly against resistance

Muscle strains are graded according to their severity: