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| Description:
A bony enlargement of the upper/back portion of the heel. This enlarged bone rubs on the Achilles Tendon, just above its attachment to the heel, causing inflammation and pain.
Problems it causes:
If the posterior-superior portion of the heel has an abnormally large bony prominence protruding from it (called a Haglund’s Deformity), in some instances it may rub against the Achilles Tendon. When this occurs, the bursa between the bone and the tendon, will become inflamed, swollen, and painful. This condition is called Retrocalcaneal Bursitis. The presence of a Haglund’s Deformity does not insure that these problems will occur. In order for these problems to occur, the heel and foot must be tilted in such a way as to actually force this bony prominence into the bursa and tendon.
How to help:
In order to eliminate abnormal heel tilt, the foot must be re-balanced. This is best accomplished by correcting the foot to a neutral position with the use of an orthotic.
Shoes with soft and padded heel counter are more comfortable to wear. A running style shoe give good support with heel padding. |
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Products that will help:
| Men's Brooks |
These athletic shoes have raised heels which will reduce the stretch on the achilles tendon. This is also Brook's most advanced shoes for support. |
 Beast |
| Women's Brooks |
These athletic shoes have raised heels which will reduce the stretch on the achilles tendon. This is also Brook's most advanced shoes for support |
 Ariel |
| Custom Orthotics |
A custom orthotic can take the weight of your body and dispense it more evenly through out the foot. Keeping the foot in a neutral position helps reduce or eliminate most common foot problems. Adding a 1\4“ heel lift to this makes this a great solution for Haglunds Deformity. |
 EVA |
| Custom 3/4 Heel Lift |
This custom functional orthotic delivers support and the heel lift needed to reduce the strain for achilles tendon effected in Haglunds Deformity. Takes up less room then full length orthotics and last up to 5 years. |
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