superior labral tear (Hip) arthroscopy and recovery

[rugbylover]

Hey,

I am a young atheletic female about to undergo surgery to repair a torn ligament in my hip. I've struggled with the injury since Nov 2008 and been in pain pretty much through out but its not really stopped me doing anything. I did do 3 months of physio only to return to training fullly and have full return of my symptoms. I know that surgery is the way too go but I am worried about the rehab and how i will deal with 3 months of work with very little activity in the first month or so.

Just appealing to others who are going through ot have been through a similar situation.

How have you coped? What is the rehab like? Have you got any tips?

[bluemango]

Hey,

Sorry to hear what's going on. You should check out the following link:

http://injuryupdate.com.au/forum/forumdisplay.php?12-Groin-and-hip-injuries&daysprune=

There is loads of stuff from people who have been through the op and you might be able to get a tip for a good surgeon depending on where you live.

I've had hip trouble for a couple of years and been completely out of action for over a year now (cant walk very far never mind all the sport I used to do) while I have been waiting to get a diagnosis on the good old NHS (UK). I have a labral tear and impingement but surgery might not be for me just yet. Best advice re coping with no activity is to find something else to do - I've been doing some courses in sports rehab stuff and doing all the non-active things I didnt have time for when I was kayaking, climbing etc. Oh .... and remain positive!

Good luck

Caroline