Do You Have Haglund’s Deformity?
What is Haglund’s Deformity ?
It is a bony enlargement at the back of your heel. It occurs when the soft tissue near the end of the Achilles tendon becomes irritated from rubbing against your shoes.
What are its causes?
Wearing shoes with a rigid back such as skates or high heels can cause this deformity to occur. If you have any of the following three foot structures, you are most likely prone to this condition:
A tight Achilles tendon
A high-arched foot
A tendency to walk with pressure on the outside of your heel
What does it look like?
If you have any of the follow symptoms, you may have Haglund’s Deformity:
A visible bump on the back of your heel(s)
Swelling on your heel(s)
Redness on your heel(s)
Pain/soreness in the area where your Achilles tendon meets the heel
What can you do for nonsurgical treatments:
Stretching exercises can relieve the tension from the tendon.
Use heel lifts if you have a high arch
Heel pads can help reduce friction when walking
Buy shoes that have a softer back
Custom arch supports can help control with the motion in the foot
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