How long should conservative care for athletic pubalgia be tried before considering surgery?

Doctor’s answer

Athletic pubalgia usually starts with rest, ice, anti-inflammatory pain control, and rehabilitation of the abdominal and adductor muscles. Some patients return to sport after 4 to 6 weeks of rehabilitation. If pain recurs after returning to sport, surgical repair may need assessment.

This content is for education. Diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation require an individual assessment by a sports medicine specialist.