11. A Labral Tear of the Hip
The cartilage labrum of the hip is a circular rim located on the outer side of the hip socket. It is functionally designed to allow for a wide range of motion while firmly holding the thighbone in position. A hip labral rupture is extremely painful and incapacitating.
The victim has difficulty climbing stairs, crouching and walking, and even standing. A ruptured hip labrum is caused by hip joint injury, abnormal hip structures, and repetitive twisting motions, such as those in golf and softball. It is diagnosed through an MRI or a physician’s evaluation of the patient’s pain history.
In hip labral tear, anesthetic injection is used as a pain reliever to help the patient manage with the debilitating pain and discomfort associated with the condition. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications can also be administered to alleviate pain. Physical therapy can be used to enhance strength, stability, and range of motion. Also possible is surgery to remove or repair the ruptured hip labrum.
