THE HIPS
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Labral Tear
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a) The labrum is cartilage of the hip joint, where the head of the femur (large thigh bone) sits in the socket of the pelvis, called the acetabulum. The labrum lines this socket to provide cushion and to help stabilize the femur in place during movement.
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b) A tear of this labral cartilage results from injury, repetitive motions causing wear and tear on the hip joint, or from degenerative processes like osteoarthritis.
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c) The most common symptoms: A locking, catching or a painful clicking in the hip with movements. Limited range of motion and stiffness can result. Other times, there may be no symptoms associated with a labral tear.
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Bursitis of the hip (a.k.a. Trochanteric bursitis)
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a) As mentioned earlier, a bursa is a small fluid-filled sac that cushions a number of joints in the body to decrease pressure points between bone and muscle tendons to allow smooth movements. With overuse, repetitive movements, or injury of falling onto that hip, the bursa between the ITB and greater trochanter of the femur can get inflamed. With inflammation, the bursa can enlarge and can cause pain every time the tendon moves over the bone. In the hip joint, bursitis is common in athletes.
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b) The most common symptoms: Sharp pain with hip movements, specifically flexing and extending. Tenderness to touch over the area, and swelling. There is often more pain at night, especially lying on the affected hip, or pain with prolonged walking or stair climbing.
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