groin pull

[sjalbrec]

Hi, on Dec 1st I pulled my adductor in my right leg doing a top set of squats, which isn’t a thing I knew could even happen. I hit 7 reps at 365, which is right where I wanted to be for my next meet (feb 5th). Nothing of note happened during the set (for example, my knees didn’t turn in or out). For my next workout, and continuing since, I immediately switched to rehab work with tolerable reverse band squats and high box squats. The adductor is still sore, especially in the hole. Additionally, more pain has cropped up migrating from where the adductor attaches near the knee, where things attach at the pubic bone, and a fun burning in my hip. While it doesn’t specifically hurt when doing deadlifts, it has definitely impacted my ability to lift heavy. I’m sure the answer is that I just need more time, but thought I’d write in to see if you have any quick advice on adductor/groin pulls. As per usual, the advice I can find on the internet is all over the map. Most groin pull advice is related to runners, and many sources say you can’t exercise through a groin pull as it tends to just become more aggravated. I’d say I’m on the mend but don’t know if still feeling this off after four weeks is typical for a groin pull. I might still compete on the 5th if I feel good about my bench. Based on how I feel now, I’m doubtful I’ll be able to hit any good numbers for squat or deadlift. Thanks!