Hip Labral Tear Repair in LA & Orange County
That catching sensation in your hip isn’t your imagination.
Neither is the groin pain that shows up when you pivot, squat, or push through a workout. A torn labrum could be the reason.
Dr. Brett Shore provides Orange County hip labral tear repair using arthroscopic techniques that preserve the joint.
15+
Over 15 Years Treating Hip Conditions
11
Years as Chief of Hip Preservation at Kaiser SoCal
5
Approval Across 30+ Patient Reviews
Diagnosis that pinpoints the source of your pain
Joint-preserving arthroscopy to repair damaged tissue
Rehab plan built around your lifestyle and goals
Rigorous Training, Exceptional Outcomes
Undergraduate Degree
Medical Degree
Orthopedic Residency
Sports Medicine Fellowship
Shore Hip & Joint: Brett Shore, MD Hip Surgeon
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What Happens During Your Hip Labral Tear Consultation?
Hip pain can feel confusing. You’re not sure what’s wrong or who to trust. Dr. Shore’s consultations are meant to bring clarity.
We Hear You Out
Describe your symptoms in your own words. When did they start? What movements make them worse? What have you already tried?
We Look at Your Imaging Together
Dr. Shore will review your X-rays or MRI on screen with you. He’ll show you where the labrum is torn, whether bone abnormalities are involved, and how that connects to what you’re feeling.
We Talk Through Your Options
Surgery isn’t always the answer. If physical therapy or injections help, we’ll start there. If hip dysplasia is present, Dr. Shore explains when open correction is necessary to restore stability.
We Outline What Happens Next
You’ll leave knowing when you can expect to ditch the crutches, get back behind the wheel, and return to your routine.
Why Hip Labral Tears Rarely Heal Without Treatment
Your labrum is a ring of cartilage that seals the hip socket. It works like a gasket, keeping the ball of your thighbone stable and cushioned.
When the labrum tears, that seal breaks. The joint becomes less stable, and the cartilage beneath it wears down faster.
The labrum has a limited blood supply, so self-healing is unlikely.
Arthroscopic labral repair restores the seal and joint mechanics. If impingement caused the tear, bone correction is performed concurrently.
When arthritis advances beyond preservation, Dr. Shore also offers total hip replacement using an anterior bikini incision.
This incision follows natural skin lines and supports improved healing with a less visible scar.
Conditions That Often Lead to Hip Labral Tears
Dr. Shore evaluates patients with labral damage at his orthopedic clinics in Newport Beach and Marina del Rey.
Treatment Options for Hip Labral Tears
Arthroscopic Labral Repair
Dr. Shore uses tiny incisions and a camera to view the joint, repair the torn labrum, and address bone abnormalities. Most patients go home the same day.
Labral Reconstruction
When the labrum is too damaged to repair, Dr. Shore rebuilds it using graft tissue to restore the seal and help preserve joint function.
FAI Correction
Bone spurs or structural issues are often corrected during the same procedure. This removes the source of impingement and lowers the risk of re-tear.
Non-Surgical Management
Physical therapy, activity modification, and injection therapy can reduce symptoms when surgery isn’t yet needed.
Total Hip Replacement
In advanced cases, joint damage may limit preservation options. Dr. Shore performs total hip replacement through an anterior approach using a bikini incision.
Meet Dr. Brett Shore
Dr. Brett Shore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who treats hip conditions through preservation, arthroscopy, and anterior total hip replacement.
His training includes:
- Princeton University (undergraduate) and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (medical degree)
- Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program
- Sports medicine fellowship with Dr. James Andrews at the American Sports Medicine Institute
- Advanced hip preservation fellowship in Switzerland
- 11 years leading the Hip Preservation program at Kaiser Southern California
- Editorial board member of the Arthroscopy journal
Why Patients Choose Dr. Shore for LA County Hip Labral Tear Repair
Subspecialty Training in Hip Preservation
- Performs labral repair, reconstruction, FAI correction, and revision procedures
- Provides open correction for hip dysplasia and surgical replacement when needed
- Anterior hip replacement performed by Dr. Shore using a bikini incision, uncommon in LA and Orange County
Thorough Diagnostic Review
- In-depth review of MRI and X-ray findings
- Discussion of what imaging reveals and how it connects to your symptoms
- Treatment decisions based on exam findings, not assumptions
Honest Communication
- Explains findings in plain language
- Discusses risks, benefits, and alternatives openly
- Answers questions without rushing
Two Convenient Locations
- Newport Beach and Marina del Rey, inside DISC Sports & Spine Center
- Easy access for patients in Orange County and Los Angeles County
- Most major insurance plans accepted
Positive Patient Feedback
- 5 stars from 30+ reviews on public platforms
- Frequent praise for communication and follow-through
- Referrals from returning patients and local providers
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