Original Articles Vol. 3 No. 3 (2026): Bioscience Insights Published 2026-10-13

PREVALENCE AND FUNCTIONAL IMPACT OF HIP AND GROIN PAIN AMONG RECREATIONAL ATHLETES

Authors

  • Mubarak Ali Physical Therapy, Hamdard University, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Shafaque Aslam Khan Rehabilitation Sciences, Dr. Ziauddin Hospital, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Aisha Shaikh Physical Therapy, Ziauddin University, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Huma Abbas Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences, Dr. Ziauddin Hospital, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Ambreen Farhan Orthopaedics, Zubaida Medical Centre, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Alya Khan IPTR, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Shahneela Shaheen Allied Health Sciences, Indus University, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Zarlish Physical Therapy, Haroon’s Physiotherapy and Medical Services, Karachi Pakistan Author
  • Komal Jamil Physical Therapy, Bahria University Health Sciences, Karachi Pakistan Author
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Abstract

Background

Pain in the hip and groin region decreases the performance level of athletes, and it may affect the strength of the muscles in this region, cause changes in movement patterns, and also cause restrictions in performing their recreational activities. In Pakistan, the rate of prevalence of hip pain is around 15.1 percent, while groin region of strain arises in up to 31.3 percent of athletes.

Objective

To determine the prevalence and functional impact of hip and groin pain among recreational athletes.

Methodology

A cross-sectional study was conducted among athletes from March 2026 to September 2026. The subjects were selected from sports clubs and multiple gyms in Karachi. The sampling technique was non-probability convenience sampling. The sample size was 241. In this study, a validated tool was used, i.e., the Copenhagen Hip and Groin Outcomes Score questionnaire. The analysis of data was done through   SPSS   version   23.0   software.

Result

A total of 241 research participants were recruited for the study. The level of pain felt in the hip or groin area, as rated on the visual analog scale rating around 73 (30.29%); participants reported a moderate to severe level of pain. Around 96 (39.83%) felt difficulty walking upstairs, and around 86 (35.68%) said they felt difficulty in doing heavy domestic duties.

Conclusion

The conclusion of the study is that hip and groin pain is presented with limitation of movement, which affects the quality of life of individuals who participate in sports.

Keywords

  • Musculoskeletal Pain, Hip Injuries, Recreational Activities, Cumulative Trauma Disorders, Activities of Daily Living, and Quality of Life.

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