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6 months post op. r hip cam decompression, labral tear. still having quite a bit of pain. dr said normal, can take a long time. any thoughts?

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Dr. Peter Gerbino answered

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Can be long: Hip arthroscopy is evolving. We are learning that we need to take away more bone than we used to think. By 6 months, you should be improving. If not improving or if new symptoms arise, such as clicking, you need a new evaluation. If you are improving, hang in there.

Answered 2/13/2014

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A member asked:

6 months post op. r hip cam decompression, labral tear. still having quite a bit of pain. dr said normal, can take a long time. any thoughts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Gerbino answered

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