Labral tears are an injury of the hip joint. The hip is a ball and socket shaped joint. The socket is lined with a cartilage called the labrum. The main function of the labrum is to create stability by deepening the socket and to promote smooth movement. A tear in the labrum tissue can occur from trauma like a fall or accident, or from repetitive activity like running sports. You may be more at risk for a labrum injury if you have been diagnosed with hip impingement (FAI) or a bony abnormality of the hip from birth (called hip dysplasia). The labrum can also degenerate with age or increased stress on the joint from previous injuries. Symptoms of a hip labral tears usually involve deep groin pain, clicking, and a sensation of the hip “giving out”. You may experience difficulties with walking, prolonged sitting, pivoting or twisting, and climbing stairs. Your therapist will examine your hip, perform labrum tests, and create a treatment plan to address your symptoms.