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
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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
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Hag·lund dis·ease
(hahg'lŭnd di-zēz')An abnormal prominence of the posterior superior lateral aspect of the os calcis.
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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
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