Hernias are common and most aren’t serious, but complications can occur. A hernia is the abnormal protrusion of an organ or ...

At the time, Brittany Aydelotte thought a volleyball injury caused her leg pain and swelling. She soon learned a blood clot was to blame. As a teen, Brittany Aydelotte played sports. When she began ...

Groin strains cause muscle damage or tears that lead to pain, limited mobility, weakness, and swelling. Resting and icing the injury helps with recovery, but severe cases might need therapy or surgery ...

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz was hospitalized after taking a foul ball to the groin during Thursday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Ruiz developed swollen testicles and was taken ...

An inguinal hernia occurs when tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall near where your abdomen meets your thigh. It’s less common in women because this area is smaller in females.

Q: I recently felt a sharp pain in my groin area after a workout. I'm worried I may have strained something. What exactly is a groin strain, and how can I treat it? A: Groin strains are a common issue ...

Background Hip and groin problems are common in soccer. However, most studies have focused on male players and primarily used a time-loss injury definition. Despite the increasing popularity of ...