How do you heal a pulled groin fast?

How do you heal a pulled groin fast?

To speed the healing, you can:

  2. Compress your thigh using an elastic bandage or tape.
  3. Take anti-inflammatory painkillers.

Can you walk if you pull your groin?


How do I know if my groin injury is serious?

Grade III groin strain: Severe injury that can cause pain with walking and may involve muscle spasms, swelling, and significant bruising….Signs of a severe groin strain include:

  1. Difficulty walking.
  2. Pain while sitting or at rest.
  3. Pain at night.

How long does a Grade 1 groin strain take to heal?

Grade 1 strains will take 1 to 2 weeks of rest before a person can return to exercise. Normal movement, such as walking, should be possible within a few days. Grade 2 strains may take 3 to 6 weeks to heal fully. Grade 3 strains happen when most or all of the muscle is torn.

Is Deep heat good for groin strain?

Applying ice packs or heat to the injured area for short periods may reduce pain and encourage healing. Stretching. Mild stretching or physical therapy exercises may help decrease pain.

How do you know if you’ve torn your groin?

Groin strain symptoms

  1. bruising or swelling of the inner thigh.
  2. pain when a person raises their knee.
  3. pain when a person closes or opens their legs.
  5. muscles feel weak or tight.
  6. limping or difficulty moving the leg.

What happens if you don’t let a groin strain heal?


Should you massage a pulled groin muscle?

After the acute stage of injury your doctor may recommend to start gently stretching the area (see some examples of stretches below), to apply heat to relax the tight muscles and may also recommend massage.

Will ibuprofen help a groin strain?

Athletes with one or more groin injuries often respond well to over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen (for example, Advil or Motrin) which both relieve pain and reduce inflammation at the injury site. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) can also provide pain relief. Severe injuries may require prescription pain relievers.