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Labral tears could be further classified as: 1  Anterior labral tears-the pain will generally be more consistent and is situated on the anterior hip (anterosuperior quadrant) or at the groin. 2  Posterior labral tears-are situated in the lateral region or deep in the posterior buttocks.
The labrum can also tear when there is osteoarthritis in the hip, as a part of the overall degeneration of the joint. When there is a labral tear due to osteoarthritis, treatment is usually geared towards treating the arthritic joint as a whole. What Are the Symptoms of a Labral Tear? Labral tears often cause pain in the groin or front of the hip during physical activity or with deep flexion (bending) and rotation of the hip. Some individuals with labral tears of the hip will also have clicking or a sense of catching deep within the hip during certain activities. How Are Labral Tears Diagnosed?