Haglund disease

Hag·lund dis·ease

(hahg'lūnd),

an abnormal prominence of the posterior superior lateral aspect of the os calcis.

Synonym(s): Haglund deformity

Formally called Haglund deformity. An exostosis over the posterolateral aspect of the calcaneus caused by recurrent friction, ± bursitis
Cause Multifactorial—e.g., abnormal mechanics leading to excess motion of calcaneus, congenital deformity of calcaneus, irritation from women’s shoes known as ‘pumps’
Management Open-heeled/flat shoes, moleskin padding of calcaneus, cryomassage, orthotics to control excess motion; surgical excision
Exam Positive 2-finger squeeze test

Hag·lund dis·ease

(hahg'lŭnd di-zēz')

An abnormal prominence of the posterior superior lateral aspect of the os calcis.

Haglund,

S.E. Patrick, Swedish orthopedist, 1870-1937.

Haglund deformity - Synonym(s): Haglund disease

Haglund disease - an abnormal prominence of the posterior superior lateral aspect of the os calcis, caused by a gait disorder. Synonym(s): Haglund deformity