Q&A

Does posterior labral tear require surgery?

Does posterior labral tear require surgery?

Most people with a torn labrum will not require surgery to repair the injury.

Can you heal a hip labral tear without surgery?

Simply put, a hip labral tear will not heal without surgical treatment. However, many less severe hip labral tears can be managed for years, sometimes even indefinitely, with nonsurgical treatment.

Will a superior labral tear heal on its own?

Yes, a Labral tear in the shoulder can heal itself. If the labral tear in the shoulder has not resulted in an unstable shoulder or retracted bicep than the physician may recommend that the tear heal naturally unassisted.

How long can you go with a torn hip labrum?

Whether you are treated surgically or nonsurgically, recovery from a torn hip labrum can take up to six weeks. Depending on the extent of the injury, competitive athletes may return to their sport sometime between 2 and 6 months.

How successful is hip labral tear surgery?

The arthroscopic hip surgery success rate is around 85 to 90 percent. The operation is performed to help restore your hip’s function, but it’s most successful at easing pain. It’s often difficult to return to vigorous use of the leg in sports or work.

What is a hip labral tear and how is it treated?

A hip labral tear won’t heal on its own, but rest and other measures can help manage symptoms of a minor tear. Nonsurgical treatments include: Anti-inflammatory medications: Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®) can reduce inflammation.

Can I recover from a hip labral tear without surgery?

Fortunately, most hip labral tears can be effectively treated without surgery. Depending on the severity of the injury, a hip labral tear can be a serious condition, leading to joint instability and the possibility of future injuries down the road.

How can hip labral tear be treated?

Hip Labral Tear Treatment. Among the treatment of hip labral tear include physical therapy, pain medications as well as corticosteroids injections. In severe cases, treatments are mostly administered to manage pain and provide relief and reduce inflammation of the joints.

What are some effects of a hip labral tear?

A hip labral tear can make you more likely to develop osteoarthritis in that joint in the future. If the sports you play put a lot of strain on your hips, condition the surrounding muscles with strength and flexibility exercises. Your doctor will take a history of your discomfort.