How to treat hip labral injuries
Apr 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Hip labral injury is considered to result from external trauma, compression, or other causes leading to damage of the cartilage in the hip joint socket. Treatment can be tailored according to the severity of the condition and may include conservative management, medication, and physical therapy. Patients can rest in bed and, under medical guidance, use medications to improve circulation, nourish cartilage, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for treatment.
Hip labral injury is considered to result from external impacts, compression, or other causes leading to damage of the cartilage in the hip joint socket. Depending on the severity of the condition, symptoms can be improved through general management, medication, physical therapy, and other approaches. Specific treatments are analyzed as follows:
1. General Management
If the hip labral injury is not severe and there is no significant local discomfort, or only mild swelling, soreness, or pain, bed rest and reduced weight-bearing activities may help alleviate symptoms and promote recovery.
2. Medication
If there is obvious local pain, aching, or discomfort accompanied by restricted movement, medications prescribed by a doctor—such as those that improve circulation, nourish cartilage, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)—may be used. Examples include Huoxue Zhitong Capsules, Glucosamine Hydrochloride Capsules, and Ibuprofen Sustained-Release Capsules. These medications help improve local blood circulation, reduce pain, and promote healing of the injured tissue.
3. Physical Therapy
In more severe cases, physical therapies such as ultrasound or ultrashort wave therapy may be combined with medication. These physical modalities can accelerate tissue repair, reduce local inflammation, promote absorption of fluid accumulation, and relieve local symptoms.
In addition, minimally invasive surgical repair may also be an option. Treatment should always follow medical advice; self-treatment without professional guidance is not recommended, as improper management may negatively affect disease control.
