Haglund’s Deformity is a bony outgrowth that develops on the upper back area of the heel bone (calcaneus). Since the enlargement occurs in the area where a high heel shoe rubs against the heel, it is sometimes called a “pump bump.” When the bony enlargement rubs against shoes, the soft tissue near the Achilles tendon becomes irritated. Symptoms of Haglund’s Deformity include:
- Bony prominence on the back of the heel.
- Heel pain.
- Swelling of the back of the heel.
- Redness on the back of the heel.
Risk factors include:
- High arches.
- Tight Achilles tendon.
- Walking on the outside of the heel