I have had the opportunity to treat two patient's with this diagnosis. Both
incidence were caused by splits or a sudden strain of the adductors. This
injury in my opinion can cause:
1. an adductor muscle strain at the origin
2. a separation of the pubis and ligametious sprain.
I have found muscle strains can take up to 6 months to completely resolve.
Continued stretching and strengthing are required and progressed to tolerance.
Initiating full athletic activity before restoration of strength will provoke
recurrence.
If separation is the primary problem weight bearing exercise such as squats
are helpful. Exercise or activity provoking separation should be avoided for
up to 3 months.
In both cases dependent upon acuteness either Phonphoresis or Pulsed US is
effective, prior to gentle stretching and exercise.
I have not read any literature concerning this diagnosis.
Charlie Filippone PT OCS
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