Written by ItHurts Hub LABRAL TEAR: When Your Joint Quietly Files a Formal Complaint Against You A labral tear doesn’t scream. It judges you. One wrong reach, one aggressive existence—and suddenly your hip or shoulder clicks like a haunted door. The labrum—your joint’s stabilizing ring—has officially filed a complaint. The good news? You’re not broken. The better news? You’re not powerless. 3 Actionable Ways to Regain Control 🧠 1. Stop Powering Through Reduce deep twisting, pivoting, and extreme end-range movements. Modify workouts: lighter load, controlled range, slower tempo. Less irritation = less inflammation = less chaos. 💪 2. Strengthen the Stabilizers Hip tear? Focus on glutes and deep hip stabilizers. Shoulder tear? Train rotator cuff and scapular muscles. Stability work beats flashy exercises every time. 🧊 3. Calm the Fire Before Chasing the Fix Ice after activity. Heat before movement. Stay within pain-free mobility ranges. Lower pain allows better healing—not constant sabotage. The Responsible Disclaimer: This is educational content, not medical advice. Labral tears vary in severity. If pain persists, worsens, or limits function, consult a qualified medical professional. If It Hurts, We Can Help. Join ItHurts — the social network for pain. Learn from others. Listen without judgment. Share without pretending you’re “fine.” Because pain is easier to manage when you’re not alone. Join ItHurts Community