Pump Bumps

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Haglund’s deformity is characterized by pain and bony enlargement on the back of the outside heel bone. Often times with Haglund’s deformity retrocalcaneal bursitis is present adding to the symptomatology. Retrocalcaneal bursitis is simply the inflammation of a small fluid filled sac that lies between the achilles tendon and the calcaneus (heel bone). Patient’s suffering from Haglund’s deformity generally present with symptoms of pain, redness, swelling on the back of the outside heel, and the inability to wear shoes they’ve worn in the past.

Haglund’s deformity is often referred to as a “pump bump” due to the style of shoe that is believed to cause the condition. However, Haglund’s deformity doesn’t only manifest due to calcaneal irritation from pump styled shoes. Men’s dress shoes, ice skates, and any footwear with a rigid backing can also cause this deformity. Additionally some Podiatrists feel that individuals with high arches and other foot types are genetically predisposed to developing the condition.

If Haglund’s deformity symptomatology parallels something you’re currently experiencing please visit Dr. Michael Garvin’s website for more information, or if you’re in the Port Saint Lucie, Florida area, schedule an appointment at one of his offices.