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Expert Care for Sports Hernia—Get Relief & Get Moving Again
If a Sports Hernia is limiting your life, our specialists at Elite Ortho are here to help you recover faster with personalized treatment and compassionate care.
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Sports Hernia
A Sports Hernia is a tear in the lower abdominal muscles or tendons resulting in exertional pain. A sports hernia more specifically is a tear in the inguinal floor, or a tear in the oblique muscles. This differs from an inguinal hernia because the colon is not the part responsible for the protrusion, rather it is the muscle.
Signs You May Have a Sports Hernia
Pain can be from a single incident or gradual. Pain is often felt in the pubic region just below the belt line with activity and can be painless at rest.
What Causes a Sports Hernia?
Activities with explosive or repetitive motions predispose people to sports hernias.
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Don’t Wait—Get Relief from Pain Today
Our orthopedic experts at Elite Ortho are here to help you regain comfort, strength, and confidence in your body. Whether you need a personalized recovery plan or advanced surgical care, we’ll guide you every step of the way—with compassion and skill.
Evaluation & Treatment
How We Diagnose Stress Fracture
Evaluation of a sports hernia begins with a medical history and physical exam. The best way to diagnose a sports hernia is through an MRI or bone scan of the pelvis.
Nonsurgical
Initial treatment includes rest, anti-inflammatory medications, activity modificaiton, and physical therapy. Therapy includes ultrasound, trunk stabilization, lower abdominals strengthening, and adductor strengthening.
In rare cases surgery is indicated. In this case an abdominal surgeon repairs the pelvic floor, use mesh fibers to reattach partial tears, or perform an adductor release to relieve pressure off the inguinal ligament.
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Why Choose Elite Ortho?
Board-Certified Surgeons
Nationally recognized, specialty-trained experts in orthopedic care.
20+ Years of Experience
Every doctor brings over a decade of hands-on success.
700+ Verified 5-Star Reviews
Real stories from real patients across Maryland.
Advanced Orthopedic Technology
From nano arthroscopy to internal brace repair—we use the best tools available.
Full-Spectrum Orthopedic Services
Surgical and non-surgical treatment for bones, joints, injuries, and pain.
Ethical, Compassionate Care
We treat every patient like family, with honesty and empathy.
Our Specialists
Meet Our Orthopedic Specialists
Our practice is home to a team of expertly trained surgical and sports medicine specialists who are dedicated to providing high quality evidence-based medical care in a private practice setting with a personal touch. Our doctors have trained at some of the most prestigious academic medical centers in the nation.
We treat all musculoskeletal conditions including, but not limited to, injuries related to sports, accidents, or work, injuries involving shoulders, hands, wrists, elbows, knees, hips, ankles, concussion as well as arthritis, and back problems.
Dr. Andrew Siekanowicz
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Dr. Ashok L. Gowda
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Evan Argintar
Chief of cartilage restoration, joint preservation, and minimally invasive arthroplasty
Yavonne Johnson, PA-C
Orthopedic Physician Assistant
Real Patients. Real Results.
5-star reviews
Carrie K.
Dr. Argintar is quick and efficient and attentive at the same time. I was brought in before my insurance paperwork was even done! He had clearly read (or had been briefed on) my file and I think I was in and out of there in less than 20 mins from the time I walked in the door. Highly recommend.
Hannah C.
Dr. Argintar, his assistant and the receptionists were incredibly friendly and on-time. I felt heard and listened to, and would highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a professional and personable doctor and team.
Adam A.
Dr. Argintar was quick and to the point. He was able to identify the injury and recommend what I need to do to begin the healing process. He listened to what I had to say and was able to get me out in a timely manner.
Natalie P.
Dr Argintar was very knowledgeable and helped me understand a bit more of what was causing pain. He was open to listening to me and gave great suggestions on what I should be doing to minimize pain. Will definitely see him again for my follow up.
Pamela W.
I was most impressed by Dr Argintar’s understanding and enthusiastic support of my goal of returning to active participation in my sport, though I am an over-50 athlete. Dr Argintar was prompt, direct and took the time to explain my injury and route to recovery. As his patient, I felt respected and informed.
Sean G.
Dr. Argintar was very personable, explained what was going in with my injury, talked me through treatment options, and proposed a treatment plan that worked with my schedule. Great, quick visit.
