Bump on the back of your heel? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into the anatomy related to Haglund’s deformity and who is most affected. As Dr. Dom shares his experience with Haglund’s deformity, they explain the role high heels and conventional shoes play in the development of Haglund’s deformity. Finally, they discuss a three phase process to rehabilitating the deformity. Let’s dive in!

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What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl:

01:49 – What is Haglund’s Deformity & who is affected?

03:51 – Should you drop the heels and shoes?

5:39 – Dr. Don’s experience with Haglund’s Deformity

6:48 – First line approach

12:51 – Truth on the techniques to ease symptoms

15:43 – What physical therapy for Haglund’s deformity includes?

19:01 – Strengthening phase of rehabilitation

22:35 – How our toes are related?

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