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Haglund’s Deformity Causing Heel Pain? Here’s What to Do

Michigan Foot Doctors

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Why the bump hurts and what actually settles it.

🦶 That painful bump on the back of your heel? It might be Haglund's deformity — and no, you don't always need surgery.

Dr. Tom Biernacki, double board-certified podiatric surgeon, shares the hidden fixes most people miss: shoe stretching, heel lifts, orthotics, and the morning routine that reverses the heel friction causing your pain. This is the same non-surgical protocol he uses on his own patients.

In this video you'll learn:
✅ What a Haglund's bump (pump bump) actually is — bone, soft tissue, or Achilles irritation
✅ The 4 root causes: Achilles tendon tightness, calf tightness, heel bone size, and foot alignment
✅ Why your heel twists OUTWARD when you walk — and how that creates the rubbing
✅ Risk factors: ski boots, cleats, tight shoes, and high heels
✅ Shoe stretching: the $15 device that expands the heel of ANY shoe
✅ Shoe spray: how to soften the heel cup in 24 hours (no damage)
✅ Firm, supportive shoes: why a shoe that bends in half makes everything worse
✅ Heel lifts & orthotics: how 2mm of lift stops the heel twist that causes pain
✅ Ice & anti-inflammatories: what helps vs what just masks the problem
✅ The morning routine: warm up → massage → stretch (the complete 3-step sequence)
✅ Massage: calf, Achilles, anterior tibialis, glutes & hamstrings
✅ Plantar fascia stretch with a towel — for both feet at once
✅ Heel raise block: how to stretch your Achilles WITHOUT irritating the bump
✅ Hamstring stretcher: passive stretching while watching TV
✅ When surgery actually makes sense — and what recovery really looks like (6 weeks cast + 6 weeks boot)

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – What is a Haglund's bump (pump bump)?
1:03 – What causes the rubbing & irritation
2:20 – Diagnosis: exam & X-rays at the podiatrist
3:03 – Tip #1: Shoe stretching device ($15 fix)
4:34 – Tip #2: Firm, supportive shoes & shoe modifications
5:03 – Tip #3: Heel lifts & orthotics (the real benefit)
6:05 – Tip #4: Ice, inflammation control & avoiding surgery
7:26 – Morning routine & lowering heel strain
8:01 – Massage: calf, Achilles, glutes & hamstrings
10:02 – Hamstring stretcher, orthotics & final tips

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⚠️ DISCLAIMER: Dr. Tomasz Biernacki, DPM — double board-certified podiatric physician & foot/ankle surgeon, licensed in Michigan. This video is for general informational purposes only and is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your personal doctor before trying any home remedy. Some links may be affiliate links — we may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

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11 Comments

@jackcro8825 5 months ago

What a wonderful doctor great bedside manner.

@sianjones1056 2 months ago

I have this painful haglunds deformity and I only wear open back shoes and I had an X-ray and was told my Achilles tendon has also calcified I’ve been suffering for years with it

@nothingtoseehere-v7e 3 weeks ago

The inside of my right shin is a bit sore but the other one is ok. But the orthotic insole for my right pronating foot is a little too high and is pushing my knee out, giving me discomfort on its outer side. But taking the insole out leaves me open to more knee sprains and the Haglund's bump threatens to get larger.

@samsonkisigo6488 5 months ago

Thank you doctor, this will be helpful for my son

@jeremiahmlc8523 1 month ago

Ankle dorsiflexion makes it worse for me

@DrTomBiernacki Creator 3 months ago (edited)

Got a painful bump on the back of your heel? 🦶 Which fix are you trying first — the shoe stretcher, heel lifts, or the morning stretch routine? Drop your experience below 👇 Your tip could save someone from unnecessary surgery!

@ezee-e 11 days ago (edited)

have two bone spurs or osteophytes rear calcaneus, they dig into the achilles tendon which aint good. am a professional athlete and have that slant board, tiger tail stick, calf sleeves, golfballs galore to release the plantar fascia, foam rollers, steel body scraper to break up adhesions in the calf/achilles, and 5" firm yoga ball to do acupressure all over the gastroc all to avoid that dread achilles filleting surgery to shave down those spurs. one of the biggest impacts was when my physio and HSS ortho suggested 1/4" rubber heel lifts to prevent so much stretch of the achilles. best thing! funny i just got a sneaker stretcher thing on amazon which is awesome cuz my podiatrist said all the Dunks and Air Jordans i have are all horrible for support, too flat. the stretcher should be removed after 48 hours but it work good!!!!! very important the metatarsals need to move!

@ElaK-ur8dd 5 months ago

Pozdrawiam z Polski Dr Tomasz Biernacki i wszystkich oglądających

@krugmeister7301 5 months ago

Actually....I have a Small Bump on my Left Toe just below the Nail..😔😔😔

@JS-xs5hq 5 months ago (edited)

Dr. Biernaki seems like a caring doctor who values sports medicine and physical therapy over surgery. But not all surgeons share in his attitude towards patient care. The surgery he described involves 12 months recovery and a lot of pain! Do whatever you can do to avoid surgery. Do not let a surgeon talk you into surgery or injections before you have gone through "extensive" physical therapy with a professional physical therapist. Surgeons make their living by cutting, so be wise, be your own patient advocate, and take full control of your own health care. You be the boss, while the surgeon is a paid consultant. Do thorough research and ALWAYS GET A SECOND OPINION.