Does labral tear lead to arthritis?

The labrum helps the ball glide smoothly in the socket. The labrum also helps to keep the ball from slipping out of the socket. A hip labral tear is damage to the labrum in the hip. That damage can lead to hip pain, damage to the bones in the joint, and arthritis in the joint.

What is the treatment for a labrum problem in your hip?

Depending on the severity of the labral tear, a torn hip labrum may be treated with either a minimally invasive procedure or open surgery. Hip arthroscopy: This minimally invasive approach is our preferred method for repairing labral tears and correcting any underlying conditions.

What causes labral degeneration hip?

Labral tears are typically caused by overuse, traumatic injuries or abnormalities in the shape or alignment of the hip bones. Hip labral tears can be treated with or without surgery. If surgery is needed, it can be done with a minimally invasive approach.

What happens if a labral tear in the hip goes untreated?

If a labral tear is left untreated, it will lead to ongoing and worsening pain. A normal labrum is important to the normal function of the hip joint. A torn labrum leads to cartilage damage and eventual arthritis of the hip joint.

What is a degenerative labral tear?

A degenerative tear is a chronic injury that occurs as a result of repetitive use and activity. Degenerative labral tears can be seen in the early stages of hip arthritis. A traumatic hip labral tear is usually an acute injury as a result of a sports injury, fall, or accident.

Does hip labral tear cause leg weakness?

#4: Weakness in the hip Your hip joint relies on the labrum to hold the ball inside the socket. If the labrum is torn, you might notice your hip feels weak, or your leg feels like it’s about to “give way” when placing weight on your leg.

What is degeneration of the labrum?

Degeneration happens when the labrum experiences too much stress or repetitive motion over a long period of time. This type of damage can include fraying, overall breakdown over a large area, or a cyst forming inside the hip.

Can a torn hip labrum lead to hip replacement?

Studies suggest that when older people undergo hip surgery to repair a torn labrum the likelihood of needing a hip replacement increases. In these cases, a labral tear repair should be approached with caution,2 and hip replacement may be considered. An asymptomatic labral tear.