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Feb 10, 2020 4 min read Back Pain, Groin Pain

Can Lower Back Pain

Radiate to the Groin?
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In instances where back pain is the main culprit, these discomfort most
commonly radiates to nearby areas of the body, causing hip pain, groin
pain, and even leg pain.

While there are many instances in which this kind of pain is the cause of
a low-risk injury or condition, there are some instances in which the pain
might be the side effect of something far more serious. Book
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Radiating pain is a term used to refer to pain that is showing up in more
than one location but originating from a single source. These kinds of Schedule
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pain often occur with back injuries and hip problems due to the large
concentration of joints, ligaments, and nerves contained in that area of
the body.
An example of radiating pain could be a muscle strain in the back
radiating into the groin area. Because the network of muscles are so
interconnected, experiencing lower back inflammation would likely
cause pain in this neighboring area of the body.

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Depending on severity, muscle strain is treated most commonly with
rest, over the counter pain medication, or in more severe cases, physical
therapy.

Pinched nerve
Pinched nerves occur when a nerve is compressed unnaturally by
surrounding tissue or bone. This compression sends a pain signal to your
brain and can cause reactions ranging from a numb, tingling sensation,
to sharp pain.
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Like muscle strains, the severity will determine your course of treatment.
Because pinched nerves usually cause short-term discomfort, rest is
often the best medicine. In more severe cases, your healthcare provider
may prescribe anti-inflammatory medication.

Arthritis 
Arthritis is a common condition many individuals begin to experience as
they age. While there are many types (over 100, in fact), many of the
most common are caused by wear and tear on the body as you age.
This can cause pain and limited range of motion, sometimes beginning
in the back and radiating into the groin area.

Treatment 
Arthritis is a complex condition requiring a physical exam and discussion
with your healthcare provider on how to move forward. Depending on
what is right for you, medications, physical therapy, and different types
of surgery may be utilized to manage or solve arthritic pain.

Herniated disc
Spinal vertebrae are made of two parts– a soft inner substance and a
hard outer shell. This combination allows the vertebrae to move freely
and without pain. In cases where the inner lining of a disc becomes
misplaced and begins to prolapse, the disc becomes herniated.
Suffering from herniated discs, depending on the location, can cause
pain, tinging, and a fair amount of radiating pain due to the collection of
nerves collected around the spinal column.

Treatment
Physical therapy and temporary pain medication is the most common
treatment for herniated discs. Physical therapy aid in re-strengthening
the spine muscles which can help hold the discs in their correct position
while the pain medication lessens the immediate pain and poor range
of motion caused from the hernia itself.

Sacroiliac joint
dysfunction
This condition can cause a great deal of pain but also be relatively
difficult for individuals to pinpoint. This is due to the fact that the
location of the sacroiliac joint, or SI joint, is not well known.

Looking at the graphic above, the SI joint region sits within the pelvis on
either side of the sacrum. SI Joint Dysfunction is a condition in which
these joints, either from overexertion or lack of movement, become
irritated and inflamed. This pain then commonly radiates to the front of
the groin area.

Treatment
The cause of SI joint pain determines its treatment. In cases where pain
is caused by too much movement, icing the lower back and pelvis and
refraining from exerting physical activity can lessen symptoms and
allow the joint to heal. In cases where SI pain is caused from too little
motion, physical therapy can help alleviate symptoms. Both instances
often take advantage of some kind of pain medication be it over the
counter, prescription, or via injections.

When Pain Indicates

a Serious Problem
While back pain is usually the cause of a strain or low-risk condition, it is
always best to speak with a doctor for medical advice. This rules out
more serious medical conditions such as kidney infections, internal
cystitis, and even malignancy.

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