Hip Labral Tear & Femoral Acetabular Impingement (FAI)

Physiotherapy for Hip Labral Tear & Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)

Physiotherapy for hip labral tears and FAI focuses on reducing pain, restoring hip mobility, improving strength, and correcting movement patterns to prevent further injury and support long-term hip function.

Physiotherapy for Hip Labral Tear & FAI – What We Treat

Hip labral tears and femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) occur when the cartilage rim around the hip socket (labrum) is damaged or when the femoral head and acetabulum do not fit perfectly, causing impingement. These conditions can result in groin pain, clicking, catching, or reduced hip range of motion, often aggravated by prolonged sitting, squatting, twisting, or sports activities.

Our physiotherapists specialise in identifying the underlying mechanical issues, strengthening surrounding muscles, and improving hip control to reduce pain, prevent further labral injury, and optimise hip function.

Common Symptoms of Labral Tear & FAI

• Deep groin pain, often aggravated by activity

• Hip stiffness or limited range of motion

• Clicking, catching, or locking sensations in the hip

• Pain during squatting, pivoting, or prolonged sitting

• Weakness in glutes, hip stabilisers, or core

• Pain radiating to the thigh or buttock

• Difficulty returning to sport or high-intensity activity

Areas We Treat

1. Hip Labral Tear & Joint Irritation

Damage to the labrum can cause pain and mechanical symptoms.
Treatment includes:

• Gentle joint mobilisation and movement retraining

• Activity modification to reduce stress on the labrum

• Strategies to prevent further cartilage irritation

2. Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) Mechanics

Abnormal contact between the femur and hip socket can increase labral stress.
We provide:

• Hip mobility and range-of-motion exercises

• Movement pattern correction for squatting, pivoting, and sport-specific actions

• Gradual load management to allow safe activity

3. Muscle Weakness & Imbalance

Weak glutes, hip stabilisers, and core muscles increase joint load.
We address this with:

• Targeted strengthening exercises

• Core and pelvic stability training

• Functional rehabilitation to restore movement control

4. Posture & Biomechanical Optimisation

Poor hip control, gait, or posture can exacerbate labral tears and FAI symptoms.
Treatment includes:

• Gait and movement analysis

• Corrective exercises for hip, pelvis, and lumbar spine

• Sport-specific technique optimisation

5. Pre- & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Physiotherapy supports patients undergoing hip arthroscopy for labral repair or FAI correction:

• Pre-surgery mobility and strength work

• Post-op rehabilitation to restore function, strength, and confidence

• Gradual return to sport or daily activity

Our Physiotherapy Treatment Approach

Your personalised treatment plan may include:

• Hip joint mobilisation and soft tissue therapy

• Gluteal and core strengthening programs

• Balance and functional movement retraining

• Hip mobility and flexibility exercises

• Activity modification and load management

• Education on hip protection and long-term joint health

All treatment follows current clinical guidelines for labral tear and FAI management and is tailored to your lifestyle and goals.

Book Your Hip Labral Tear & FAI Assessment

If hip pain, catching, or stiffness is affecting your daily life or sport, physiotherapy can reduce pain, improve function, and prevent further injury.

Contact us today to start your personalised treatment plan.