It depends if a labral tear is serious or not. Minor labral tears are not serious and some people don’t even notice them, while some deep labral tears can be extremely painful and you will need to see an orthopedic surgeon for treatment. Here’s a detailed look at what are hip labral tears and what are their signs, causes, and treatments.

What Is A Hip Labral Tear?

A hip labral tear is the damage to the ring-like cartilage around the hip’s ball and socket joint. This is the joint that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the pelvis bone (acetabulum). This tear can cause pain, depending on the case, and other problems like a clicking or locking noise, along with stiffness and reduced range of motions.