Expert Evaluation and Treatment for Sports Hernias at Mayo Clinic Square in Minneapolis

Young athletes' groin and abdominal discomfort can be caused by various core injuries affecting muscles and tendons. It is important to pinpoint the exact cause of the discomfort. If the diagnosis is athletic pubalgia (also known as a "sports hernia"), feel confident that Mayo Clinic has a team of sports medicine professionals ready to help you find the correct treatment and help you recover your strength and mobility.  

Expert care for young athletes.

We provide expert evaluation using advanced imaging to determine the exact cause of the pain. Once the cause is identified we have treatment options based on your needs.


Non-Surgical Options: Not all injuries require surgery. Our team may recommend treatments such as:

  • Physical Therapy: Tailored exercises and techniques to strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, and promote healing.
  • Cortisone Injections: Reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy: A regenerative biologic product treatment to stimulate healing.

Surgical Expertise: When surgery is necessary, our pediatric surgeons are skilled in addressing core injuries.

  • Open or Laparoscopic Mesh Insertion: For torn muscles or tendons near the hip, we can insert a piece of mesh to promote healing.
  • Minimally Invasive Ultrasound-Guided Surgery: Using a needle and precision ultrasound guidance, the adductor tendon is surgically released to relieve painful strain.   

Conveniently located in the Twin Cities.

Your entire care team is conveniently located at Mayo Clinic Square in Minneapolis, providing easy access for young athletes seeking expert care. Schedule your consultation today and get back in the game! 

Be seen in Minneapolis by Mayo Clinic specialists.

Minneapolis, MN

Mayo Clinic Square

600 Hennepin Ave, Suite 310

Minneapolis, MN 55403

Mayo Clinic Children’s Center in Rochester, Minnesota is a Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center, the highest verification awarded by the American College of Surgeons (ACS).  

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