A hip labral tear is a common injury involving the acetabular labrum, which is a ring of cartilage that lines the socket of the hip joint. The labrum helps provide stability to the hip joint and cushioning to the bones, enhancing smooth movement. Labral tears can occur due to various reasons, including trauma, repetitive motions, structural abnormalities of the hip joint, or degenerative changes. Athletes involved in sports that require repetitive hip movements or sudden twists, such as football, hockey, or ballet, may be particularly prone to hip labral tears.
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