3 At-Home Care Tips to Relieve Plantar Fasciitis Pain
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that often responds well to at-home care. We offer tips on how to treat plantar fasciitis on your own here.
What's A Haglund's Deformity Or A Bump On The Back Of The Heel?
Haglund's deformities are bumps that form on the back of the heel. They are typically more toward the lateral or outside part of the heel on the posterior aspect, and they often cause pain especially when shoes rub on the area. Another name for these that has been used in the past is a "pump bump." Most of the time, they are more prominent in certain people based on the way the calcaneus forms and also based on the angle of inclination of the calcaneus.
Conservative treatment for pain from a Haglund's deformity typically involves avoiding shoes that rub on the spot, padding on or around the area as well as ice and anti-inflammatories. If that doesn't alleviate the pain, surgically shaving down the bump is a more longterm treatment option to help reduce pain.
If you are suffering with any foot and ankle injuries or pain, we are here to help. We can help you with anything from ingrown toenails and orthotics to foot and ankle fractures and ligament and tendon injuries. Call our Colorado Springs foot and ankle surgeon today at 719-488-4664!
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