Getting over a groin pull

[devoidapop]

I took a weird step today, felt the twinge, and sure enough I pulled a groin muscle. I was gonna take my kids hiking this weekend, but I'm hobbled unless I can somehow stretch this out.

Any advice on getting over a minor groin strain quickly would be much appreciated.

[double d]

Sorry to hear of your injury-best bet is the old "RICE" approach. Rest, Ice, Constrict (ace wrap) and Elevate. Also, Aleve (325 mg) helps and so does stretching the area (check out Youtube for some videos on stretching). The groin area is a strange muscle group-good luck.

[gsingjane]

There is a yoga position to help the psoas muscle that may help, although I'm not sure if it will work in time for a hike this weekend. Lay down on your back (on the floor or your mat) and put your knees at a 90* angle. This will mean your feet will be out some distance from your backside. Don't let your knees splay out to the side, keep them pointing towards the ceiling. Then just relax into the stretch, if it doesn't hurt of course, and give it about 10 minutes. It's subtle but effective.

[garlic08]

Just wondering if you're a cyclist, too. I used to get groin pulls often until I lowered my saddle. I haven't had one in about thirty years since then.

I also used to get them when I played HS soccer, too, but hey, when you're in high school you heal in about two hours.

I agree with resting. Hydrate and eat well, too. I mentioned the bike thing because it was a chronic irritant that needed to be fixed.

[devoidapop]

https://youtu.be/nXTkkrSRXkc

I tried this stretch this morning, went for a moderate walk, and then did it again. I definitely feel better. I will try that yoga pose later.

My 3 year old was running around talking about climbing a mountain this morning, so I think I better get myself in shape by tomorrow.