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Symptoms of Haglund’s Deformation

jk — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:12:05 +0000

Haglund’s deformation is a type of deformation occuring in the heels which causes an enlargement of the bone. An inflammation of the bursa called bursitis can develop which can be quite painful.

The symptoms of Haglund’s Deformation include:

1. A noticeable bump on the back of heel.

2. Pain in the area where the Achilles tendon attaches to the heel.

3. Swelling in the back of the heel.

4. Redness near the inflamed tissue.

The symptoms persist if no proper care is taken.

Causes of Haglund’s Deformation

jk — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:07:26 +0000

Haglund’s Deformation also called pump bump and is often seen in women who wear pump style shoes. Achilles tendon if tight can also cause Haglund’s deformation wheras a soft tendon causes less discomfort. High arches also leads to Haglund’s deformity. A highly arched causes the heel bone to be tilted into the achilles tendon which causes this deformity.

Heridity also plays a role in causing Haglund’s deformity . People inherit certain types of foot structure which leads to high arches. Sometimes walking styles can also cause this deformation. Walking on the outside heels causes the sole to bend inwards pressurizing the tendon. Inflammation of the bursa occurs resulting in pain and discomfort.

Haglunds Deformation

jk — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:59:33 +0000

Haglunds deformation is a bonny enlargement at the back of the foot. Pressure due to ill fitting shoes is one of the major reasons cited for this deformation. The major symptom of this deformity is the knot or the bump forming above the heel at the place where it meets the Achilles tendon

. The bursa is inf lammed leading to bursitis. The deformation can be diagnosed by the naked eye but an x-ray report will provide details about the size and other aspects of the disease providing better insight onto the patients profile of the disease.

Swelling may be present and the treatment includes wearing shoes with out any backs or sandals. This decreases the pressure induced thereby decreasing the swelling . other option is surgery if the pin becomes unbearable or if the deformity persists for a longer duration. Surgery involves the removal of a section of the bone leading to a change in the deformation. Rest is advised until the surgery is healed.

Hallus Valgus

jk — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 18:10:07 +0000

Hallus valgus is the other term for Bunion. It is a structural deformity of the joint and the foot where the big toe is slightly bend to the second toe. This condition is very painful . The enlargement of the mesophalangeal joint contributes to this painful condition . An enlargement of the bursal sac accompanies this deformation. irritated skin ,pain around the bunion,swell etc are the symptoms of bunion. Biomechanical abnormality where certain tendons, ligaments, and supportive structures of the first metatarsal are no longer functioning correctly causes bunion. The big toe may deviate to the second toe. Walking and standing postures also contribute to the increase in difficulties associated with bunions. Application of topical ointments ,ice etc may provide temporary relief . Surgical procedures can provide complete relief and these include removal of the extra bone growth in the metatarsal region.

Haglunds’ deformity – Symptoms and Treatments

admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 08:29:27 +0000

Common symptoms of Haglunds’ deformity are:

Red area at the back of heel
A noticeable bump on the back of heel.
Pain in the area where the Achilles tendon attaches to the heel.
Swelling in the back of the heel.

Treatment of Haglund’s deformity can be divided into nonsurgical treatment and surgical treatment. In the vast majority of cases, treatment usually begins with nonsurgical measures. In mild cases, this inflammation and projection of bone at the back of the heel can be relieved with ice, compression, change of shoe gear, Achilles Heel pads, heel grip pads and tortoise. Non-surgical treatment of Haglund’s deformity is aimed at reducing the inflammation of the bursa. In many cases where the bone is enlarged surgical excision is required. The foot and ankle surgeon will determine the procedure that is best suited to your case. Cortisone injections can also help relieve the pain. Many surgeons simply remove the bump. This procedure is done through a small incision on the back of the heel. Another way to accomplish the same thing is to take out a wedge of bone from the calcaneus, shortening it. This is referred to by surgeons as a wedge osteotomy.

The patient may require crutches for a few days after surgery. A physical therapist or nurse may teach you how to properly use your crutches. A recurrence of Haglund’s deformity may be prevented by performing stretching exercises to prevent the Achilles tendon from tightening, wearing appropriate shoes; avoid pumps and high-heeled shoes and voiding running on hard surfaces and running uphill.

Haglunds’s Deformity

admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 08:27:41 +0000

Living the good life with wide feet is a dream of everyone. The feet contain a quarter of the bones in the body. Sometimes the shape of a bone can cause problems in the foot. One example of this is Haglund’s deformity, a condition caused by a prominent bump on the back of the heel at the area of the Achilles tendon. It leads to painful bursitis, which is an inflammation of the bursa (a fluid-filled sac between the tendon and bone). It is also called “pump bump” and “retroocular bursitis”. This “pump bump”, so named because it’s common in women who wear high-heeled shoes, can cause great pain and discomfort.

Haglund’s deformity is usually caused by bursitis or pressure against the shoe. It can be aggravated by the height or stitching of a heel counter of a particular shoe. To some extent, heredity plays a role in Haglund’s deformity. People can inherit a type of foot structure that makes them prone to developing this condition. The calcaneus is shaped differently in different people. People who have a bump underneath the attachment of the Achilles tendon are more likely to develop Haglund’s deformity. This prominent bump squeezes the soft tissues between the bone and the back of the shoe. Over time, this irritates the soft tissues and causes inflammation. This can cause swelling and thickening of the tissues, which makes the pressure even worse.

Haglund’s deformity can occur in one or both feet. The primary symptom of this deformity is pain at the back of the heel. The bursa on the back of the heel can become swollen and inflamed as well, causing bursitis .The bumps do not usually cause any problems with function, such as walking, except for the pain that occurs when the area is inflamed.

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