Foot & ankle · Heel reconstruction
Surgical care for a Haglund’s bony prominence and damage at the Achilles tendon insertion. Meet your specialist and understand what to expect before booking.
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Minimally invasive foot & ankle surgery
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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.
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.
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.
SpeedBridge™ reattachment
A knotless, 4-anchor system compresses the tendon back to its natural footprint for stability and contact.
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Technology: Arthrex Achilles SpeedBridge™ System
Multi-point attachment provides a secure fix that traditional single-anchor methods cannot match.
Reshaping the bone and aligning the tendon simultaneously restores natural joint function.
Low-profile anchors and precision resection help minimize painful internal scar tissue formation.
SpeedBridge is designed for high-impact activities like running, supporting a return to sport.
Fellowship-trained surgeon expert in complex heel reconstruction.
Don’t let heel pain hold you back — schedule a consultation to discuss your treatment options. No referral required.
