Groin Strain

Groin Strain

Treating inflammation with PRICE -immediately after injury and for 3-5 days afterwards Tissue injury usually involves damage to small blood vessels that results in bleeding at the site of injury. This bleeding leads to the five main signs of inflammation: heat, redness, swelling, pain and loss of function. The inflammatory reaction is necessary as it is part of the natural healing process. However the body tends to overreact to sudden traumatic injury and as a result more inflammatory fluid accumulates than is necessary for healing. This fluid contains a protein that turns into replacement ‘scar’ tissue. Too much scar tissue may prevent the structure returning to normal function with reduced flexibility and increased risk of re-injury. The advice below should be followed for 3-5 days depending on severity. It can be remembered by the acronym PRICE.