Acetabular labrum tear

An acetabular labrum tear or hip labrum tear is a common injury of the acetabular labrum resulting from a number of causes including running, hip dislocation, and deterioration with ageing. Most are thought to result from a gradual tear due to repetitive microtrauma.

Acetabular labrum tears present with anterior hip or groin pain, and less commonly buttock pain. Frequently, there are also mechanical symptoms including clicking, locking, and giving way. Due to the limitations of the physical examination, further diagnosis still needs to be assessed by medical imaging.

Studies have shown that there are some differences in the tear area of the acetabular labrum in different regions, which may be related to the differences in people's living habits.

At present, there is not enough evidence to show that physical therapy is beneficial for the acetabular labrum. Conservative treatment is usually recommended initially, including relative rest, the use of anti-inflammatory and pain medications. Patients may also be considered for labral reconstruction surgery to help recover their athletic ability.

In addition, since the cause of the acetabular labrum tear has not been proven to be directly related to any specific action, this condition is difficult to prevent.