Groin Pull

When inner thigh muscles overstretch like taut strings, sharp pain near the groin appears. Ayurveda interprets this as vāta aggravation causing mamsa kṣata (muscle injury). It resembles mamsa-vrana or snāyu-viddha described in classics, where trauma disturbs muscle and ligament function (Suśruta Saṃhitā, Cikitsāsthāna 3.17).

Common Causes of Groin Pull

Sudden twisting during sports or dance
Overstretching of thigh muscles without warm-up
Heavy lifting straining pelvic region
Weak muscles from poor conditioning
Repetitive stress in athletes or runners

Symptoms of Groin Pull

Sharp pain in the inner thigh or pelvis
Swelling and tenderness near groin area
Bruising along inner thigh muscles
Difficulty walking or running
Stiffness limiting leg movement

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Groin Pull

Lepa (herbal pastes) reducing pain and swelling
Abhyanga with vāta-pacifying oils for healing
Upanāha (herbal poultice) soothing stiffness
Internal herbs like aśvagandhā and guggulu repairing tissues
Gentle stretching and yoga restoring mobility