Open Haglund's Deformity Resection

Relieve heel pain and Achilles irritation through advanced bone reshaping and secure reattachment using the Arthrex SpeedBridge™ system.

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Real Patient Experiences

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"About a year and a half ago I injured my Achilles Tendon and exhausted all therapies. My injury progressed causing pain and mobility problems. Within two days of finding Pathway, I met Dr. Danny Arora. He determined what was wrong and I had the procedure done two months later. Pathway Surgery has been absolutely incredible, keeping me organized and answering all my questions!"

— Micaela Aguiar

Haglund's Deformity Repair

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"I stumbled upon Pathway after a 4 year wait in public health care. From the beginning conversation to recovery, the experience was fantastic. My surgeon, Dr. Arora, is a 'rock star'—empathetic, approachable, and clearly communicates. From first meeting to surgery to recovery took only 3 months. I'll have no hesitations going down this path again."

— Claude Ricks

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What is Haglund's Deformity?

Haglund’s deformity is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel bone (calcaneus). This "pump bump" often irritates the Achilles tendon and the fluid-filled sac (bursa) between the bone and the tendon, leading to persistent inflammation and pain.

When conservative treatments like footwear changes and physical therapy fail, an open Haglund's resection is performed to remove the excess bone and re-align the tendon for long-term relief and stability.

Key Indications

  • • Chronic pain at the back of the heel
  • • Insertional Achilles tendonitis
  • • Retrocalcaneal bursitis
  • • Failed conservative management
Surgical Technique

Open Resection & SpeedBridge™

The procedure begins with a precise resection of the bony prominence at the heel. Once the bone is reshaped, the Achilles tendon is reattached using the Arthrex SpeedBridge™—a knotless system that uses low-profile anchors and high-strength suture tape to create a stable "bridge" across the repair site.

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Advanced Bone Resection

The Haglund's deformity is removed and the heel bone is reshaped to eliminate the source of mechanical irritation against the tendon.

2

SpeedBridge™ Reattachment

We use a knotless, 4-anchor system that compresses the tendon back to its natural footprint for maximum stability and contact.

Key Benefits

  • Four-anchor stability
  • Knotless (no irritation)
  • Earlier mobilization
  • Superior compression
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Technology: Arthrex Achilles SpeedBridge™ System

Maximum Stability

Multi-point attachment provides a secure fix that traditional single-anchor methods cannot match.

Optimal Anatomy

Reshaping the bone and aligning the tendon simultaneously restores natural joint function.

Reduced Scarring

Low-profile anchors and precision resection help minimize painful internal scar tissue formation.

Proven Outcomes

SpeedBridge is designed for high-impact activities like running, supporting a full return to sport.

Expert Heel Reconstruction

Dr. Danny Arora

Dr. Danny Arora

Foot & Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon

Specializing in complex heel reconstruction, Haglund's deformity, and minimally invasive foot surgery.

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