What are the symptoms of abdominal adduction syndrome?

In most cases the onset of symptoms is slow after repeated fatigue and/or a long period of intense physical exercise/training or competition.

Symptoms may include:

• Pain in the lower abdominal muscles
• Pain in the groin
• Pain in the testicles
• Feeling of heaviness in the area of the abdominal muscles as well as the adductor muscles

The symptoms are aggravated by activities/sports in which there are movements of speed, turning and bending of the trunk. They can be made worse by coughing or sneezing. The syndrome occurs mainly in football, hockey and to a lesser extent basketball and volleyball players.

 

When to see your doctor?

Some symptoms that may indicate the need to see a doctor:

• Severe abdominal pain. If you experience severe pain in your abdomen that does not go away after a few hours or that keeps getting worse, you should visit a doctor. Pain that is accompanied by a strong feeling of discomfort or that occurs in specific areas of the abdomen may indicate a problem with the abdominal afferents.
• A sour taste or burning sensation in the mouth. If you often experience a feeling of sour taste or heartburn in the mouth, this may mean that there is a disorder in the digestion of food which may affect the abdominal afferents. A doctor can help you diagnose the cause of these symptoms and suggest appropriate treatment.
• Other symptoms that affect your daily life. If abdominal adduction syndrome causes symptoms that significantly affect your daily life, such as weight loss, or feeling tired, you should seek medical help.

In general, if you are experiencing any concern or uncertainty about the condition of your abdominal adductors, it is always important to consult a specialist. Your doctor will be able to assess your symptoms and recommend the appropriate treatment to treat abdominal adduction syndrome. Don’t hesitate to seek help from medical professionals, as digestive health is important to your overall well-being.

 

What is the treatment of the syndrome?

Conservative treatment is always the initial treatment. It includes abstinence from any sporting activity, anti-inflammatory treatment, ice therapy and then physical therapy with isometric exercises and stabilization exercises of all muscle groups in the area. If, despite conservative treatment, the symptoms remain, surgical treatment is the only option, especially for athletes with high demands.