ORIGIN

Anterior surface of the pubis, in the angle between the crest and pubic symphysis

 

INSERTION

Lower two-thirds of the medial lip of the linea aspera on the posterior surface

 

ACTION

Adduction of the thigh at the hip, assists with internal rotation of the thigh at the hip, assists with flexion of the thigh at the hip

 

INNERVATION

Anterior division of the obturator nerve  (L2-L3)

 

PRIMARY JOINT

Acetabular Femoral Joint (Hip joint)

 

KEY STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Isometric hip adduction using squeeze ball

long adductor stretch

Seated hip adductor stretch

 

NEW STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISES

Hip adduction using resistance band

 

COMMON INJURIES

Groin pain during activity

Pain in the front of the outer upper thigh near the hip joint

Deep pain in the hip joint

Pain above the knee

Restricted movement in the hip and thigh

Pubic stress fracture

Pubic stress symphysitis

Muscle strain (groin pull)