Acetabular Labral Tear !
An acetabular labral tear is a tear of the cartilage rim around the hip socket, often from injury or impingement; it causes groin pain and catching.
Updated 2026-10-23
Structures involved
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Why it happens
What it is
Tear of the cartilage rim that deepens the hip socket, often from trauma or femoroacetabular impingement.
Symptoms and signs
- Groin pain with activity
- Clicking or catching
- Pain with flexion and internal rotation
Diagnosis
- Clinical
- Special tests and exam
- Imaging
- MRI arthrogram is often needed
Treatment
- Rehabilitation
- Physical therapy and activity modification.
- Surgical
- Arthroscopic repair or debridement in selected cases.
Related conditions
Educational information, not medical advice. For any symptom, see a health professional.
Sources: Acetabular Labral Tears (StatPearls (NCBI Bookshelf), 2024).
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