Tendon sheaths or muscle tendons due to overuse can lead to pain. Sprinting, hurdling, soccer and horse riding can cause overuse. Unresolved injuries like groin strain may also cause tendinitis.

The adductor muscles include Magnus that is gracious and adductor, adductor longs, adductor braves, the pectins and the tendons these may become inflamed. The pain is like a groin strain but onset is chronic and slow.

Cause of injury

Repetitive stress into the adductor muscles. An injury like a groin strain. Tight muscles.

Signs and symptoms

Pain in the groin region. Pain when bringing the legs together. Pain when running sprinting.

Complications unattended

If left unattended, tendinitis of the adductor muscles may result in injury and imbalance to the muscles of the hip joint. It can cause a tear of one or more of the adductor muscles.

Immediate treatment

Ice and rest. Anti-inflammatory medication. Then massage and heat to promote healing and blood circulation.

Rehabilitation and prevention

Rehabilitation for tendinitis of the adductors begins with gradual reintroduction into action with stretching and strengthening exercises for the muscles that are affected. Use heat packs on the affected area first before exercise, then continue with activities to ensure that the muscles are ready for action. Extending the abductors and strengthening the adductors can help prevent this injury. Rehabilitating all groin pulls and other hip injuries completely will also prevent problems with the adductors.

Problems are seen following therapy with tendinitis of the adductor muscles. Additional help may be necessary from a sports medicine specialist if pain and restricted mobility in the hip continues.