Adductor Tendinopathy is an overuse injury that affects the tendons of the adductor muscles located on the inner side of the thigh, where they attach to the pelvis. It commonly develops due to repetitive activities such as running, kicking, sudden changes in direction, or sports involving frequent acceleration and deceleration, including football, hockey, and athletics. The condition causes pain and tenderness in the groin or inner thigh, which may worsen during exercise, climbing stairs, squatting, or bringing the legs together. Individuals may also experience stiffness, reduced flexibility, muscle weakness, and difficulty performing sporting or everyday activities.
If left untreated, the condition can become chronic and significantly affect performance and mobility. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential for a successful recovery. Physiotherapy plays a key role in managing adductor tendinopathy by reducing pain, improving tendon healing, restoring flexibility, strengthening the adductor, hip, and core muscles, and correcting movement patterns that contribute to excessive tendon loading. Treatment may include manual therapy, progressive strengthening exercises, stretching, activity modification, and sport-specific rehabilitation. A personalised rehabilitation programme helps restore normal function, reduce the risk of recurrence, and enable patients to return safely to work, sports, and everyday activities with greater strength, comfort, and confidence.