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How to treat a groin strain

Common symptoms of a groin strain Adductor muscle pain is the obvious sign that a groin injury is present. Sudden movements cause pain on the inside of the thigh however with 2 weeks' rest these first signs can reduce significantly. Chronic groin issues tend to be painful higher up into the groin and it feels sharp in nature closer to the pelvis. This type of symptom tends to reduce as the session progresses, almost as if it's “warmed up”. However, if not treated correctly with rest and prehabiliation exercises, the symptoms build to a point where any movement causes discomfort...

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Suffering from elbow pain? This test will tell you if you have tennis elbow

What is tennis elbow and how is it caused? Tennis elbow is a common elbow complaint from racket sports or activities that overuse gripping whilst bending and straightening the elbow. It's also described as a tendonitis of the elbow and, in some people, becomes a chronic and debilitating condition if left untreated. How to find out if your injury is tennis elbow Here’s a quick tennis elbow test to help you: 1. Stretch out your arm in front of you so your palms are facing down 2. Have someone resist your middle finger and lift it up against their pressure...

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