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A-Z of Injuries

Hip & Groin - Inguinal Hernia

The inguinal hernia is a protrusion of the abdominal content through a weakness in the connective tissue of the inguinal canal in the groin. This is common in sports but especially soccer with the large twisting forces placed on the pelvis.

Signs & symptoms:

  • Abdominal or groin pain worse after activity
  • Pain on coughing and sneezing
  • Pain when squeezing the legs together