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|September 25, 2016

Summary

Haglund's deformity, a heel condition causing posterior heel pain, can be diagnosed through physical exams and imaging. Surgical intervention can effectively resolve symptoms when conservative treatments fail.

Keywords:

Achilles tendon Haglund’s deformity hind foot pain magnetic resonance imaging

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Area of Science:

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Sports Medicine

Background:

Haglund's deformity involves a bony enlargement on the calcaneus (heel bone) leading to posterior heel pain.
It often causes inflammation of the retrocalcaneal bursa and Achilles tendon.
Conservative treatments typically include physical therapy and orthotics.

Observation:

A 30-year-old woman experienced six months of left posterior heel pain.
Physical examination revealed tenderness, inflammation, and a bony prominence on the posterosuperior calcaneus.
Radiography and MRI confirmed a prominent calcaneal tuberosity, retrocalcaneal bursitis, and Achilles tendon pathology.

Findings:

Imaging findings were consistent with Haglund's deformity.
The patient's symptoms persisted despite a six-month conservative therapy trial.
Surgical treatment led to complete symptom resolution without recurrence.

Implications:

Haglund's deformity requires accurate clinical and radiological diagnosis.
Surgical management is a viable option for recalcitrant cases.
Understanding differential diagnoses for hind foot pain is crucial for effective treatment.