Does labral repair treat hip labral tear?

The hip labrum is a ring of cartilage around the socket that helps support the joint and maintain a seal. During arthroscopic repair, small instruments are used through keyhole openings to inspect the tear and secure viable tissue with anchors or stitches. The surgeon may also address a shape problem or damaged cartilage when that contributes to the tear. Repair is not appropriate for every tear; tissue quality, tear location, joint changes, symptoms, and activity goals influence the choice.

Your orthopaedic assessment may include movement tests and imaging to compare the tear with your symptoms. Before surgery, discuss physiotherapy, activity modification, and pain management as possible options. If repair is chosen, follow the individual plan for protected weight-bearing, hip movement, wound care, and strengthening. Rehabilitation usually progresses in stages, so returning to running, pivoting, or sport should wait until your care team confirms that strength and control are ready.

Seek prompt assessment for a hip that becomes locked, marked inability to bear weight, or severe pain after a fall. After an operation, contact the surgical team urgently for increasing redness or drainage, fever, severe calf swelling, chest pain, breathlessness, or a sudden change in leg sensation or strength.

Ask whether the labrum can be repaired, whether another procedure may be needed, and what the scans show about cartilage and hip shape. Clarify crutch use, driving, work, physiotherapy milestones, and which symptoms should prompt a review.