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SUBMITTER: Philippon MJ
PROVIDER: S-EPMC3716192 | biostudies-literature | 2013 May
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Arthroscopy techniques 20130309 2
Labral tears in the hip may cause painful clicking or locking of the hip, reduced range of motion, and disruption to sports and daily activities. The acetabular labrum aids stabilization of the hip joint, particularly during hip motion. The fibrocartilaginous structure extends the acetabular rim and provides a suction seal around the femoroacetabular interface. Treatment options for labral tears include debridement, repair, and reconstruction. Repair of the labrum has been shown to have better r ...[more]