Surgical measures are most likely to be offered to competitive athletes.
2nd order
- Curettage – scraping of tissue in the symphysis area that has been altered by inflammation and is sensitive.
- Arthrodesis of the symphysis – stiffening of the symphysis by means of a bone spans from the iliac crest, which is fixed by a plate in the symphysis.
After a successful operation, the resumption of competitive sports is possible after eight to ten weeks.
