The short answer is not always. Some hip labrum tears can be managed without surgical intervention. While the labrum does not heal on its own, there are things you can do to alleviate pain and other associated symptoms. If the labrum tear is severe however, surgery is recommended. You can learn more about a torn hip labrum here: Hip Labrum Tear.

Hip labral tears do not heal on their own. However, if your tear is minor and is not causing much pain or limiting your mobility, it’s possible to manage the symptoms without repairing the tear. There are several options to treat labral tears of the hip.

Surgery: In many cases, hip arthroscopy can relieve pain from a labral tear and return hip function. Many people recover fully from surgery within 4 to 6 months, and can often return to previous athletic pursuits and physical activity.