Haglund's Deformity Pain in Glasgow
Haglund's deformity pain can be frustrating when it affects walking, running, shoes or day-to-day confidence. At The Hub Glasgow, the aim is to work out what is actually driving the problem and give you a sensible next step.
What it can feel like
Pain at the back of the heel can be irritated by shoe counters, running shoes or Achilles insertion load.
Common causes
- Heel bone prominence
- Achilles insertion irritation
- Bursa irritation
- Footwear heel-counter pressure
- Hill running or calf load
How we assess it
Assessment may include checking the painful area, skin and nails, joint movement, strength, walking pattern, footwear, pressure points and whether gait analysis, diagnostic ultrasound or onward referral would be useful.
Treatment options
- Back-of-heel assessment
- Footwear pressure advice
- Calf and Achilles load plan
- Heel lift or offloading discussion
- Imaging guidance where needed
Questions people often ask
When should I get haglund's deformity pain checked?
Book an assessment if symptoms are getting worse, changing how you walk, stopping activity, recurring after rest or making normal shoes uncomfortable.
Will I need orthotics or imaging?
Not always. Orthotics, imaging or shockwave are only useful for certain problems. The first job is to identify the likely source of pain and the load or pressure keeping it irritated.