What is the treatment of hip labral tear?
Depending on the severity of the pain and the stage of the disease the physician may prescribe injections and physical therapy. Usually combining both provides the best clinical results. To control the pain the physicians may prescribe medications. Surgical operation remains to be the last reserve for treatment where the physician sees no other choice. Surgical operation for hip labral tear (acetabular labral tear ) is called hip arthroscopy. As a summary treatments of hip labral tears ( acetabular labral tears ) are: 1. Changing your life style and physical activities: This may prevent any further injuries. If your job requires you to sit for a long time; try to take little breaks every 20-25 minutes. Take a short walk. Changing positions and taking regular breaks are necessary. Improving your posture is necessary. Improper posture when sitting, walking or running can put pressure on your labrum. You should keep yourself away from activities that take the hip through extreme or full r