Hip Labral Tear, hip impingement

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pahntr760

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I have been diagnosed with a Labral Tear in my right hip. The tear it's self is a result of a fall, but a hip impingement is a contributing factor.

http://www.methodistorthopedics.com/labral-tears-of-the-hip

From my own research, it seems surgery is the only way to properly repair the tear, and address the 'impingement'. I have a referral in for an off-base orthopedic.

I was wondering if any folks on here have had these issues. How was the process, surgery and recovery? I am hoping I am young enough that I can bounce back easily.

Thanks in advance for any insight on this.
 
I assume your diagnosis included all of the MRI and MRA type picture taking. I don't know what they do in the Military now days but in the old days it wasn't a lot. Hopefully the off base Dr. will do all of the tests to confirm your diagnosis. If it can be treated without surgery you'd be better off going that route. Getting back to normal after that type surgery can take quite a while. Would that be a problem with your Military career? I've had some knee surgery and was laid up for 6 months and then it took me several years before I had confidence in it again. Good luck and a speedy recovery.
 


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