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Surgical approaches to Haglund's disease
The Journal of Foot Surgery
|January 1, 1982
Summary
This study reviews surgical techniques for removing prominent posterior-superior calcaneal exostosis, commonly known as a heel spur. It details methods for effective surgical excision of this painful bone growth.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Podiatric Medicine
- Skeletal Biology
Background:
- Posterior-superior calcaneal exostosis, or heel spur, is a common condition causing heel pain.
- Surgical intervention is considered when conservative treatments fail.
Purpose of the Study:
- To comprehensively review and discuss surgical approaches for excising posterior-superior calcaneal exostosis.
- To outline various techniques and their associated considerations.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of surgical techniques for calcaneal exostosis excision.
- Analysis of different surgical approaches, including open and minimally invasive methods.
Main Results:
- Multiple surgical techniques exist for heel spur removal.
- The choice of technique depends on factors like exostosis size, location, and surgeon preference.
Conclusions:
- Effective surgical excision of posterior-superior calcaneal exostosis is achievable through various methods.
- Understanding these techniques is crucial for successful patient outcomes.