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Kinesiology Taping for Plantar Fasciitis 🦶

1. Purpose

Kinesiology taping helps to:
• Support the plantar fascia
• Reduce pain and inflammation
• Improve arch stability
• Facilitate healing and mobility

2. Materials Needed
• Kinesiology tape (elastic therapeutic tape)
• Scissors
• Clean, dry foot

3. Position
• Patient in long sitting or standing with foot dorsiflexed (toes pulled upward).
• The foot should be clean and dry.

4. Application Steps

Step 1: Anchor Strip
• Apply a base anchor around the ball of the foot (just below the toes).
• No tension on this anchor.

Step 2: Main Support Strip
• Cut a long strip from the ball of the foot to the heel.
• Stretch it 50–75% and apply along the plantar fascia (from the metatarsal heads to the heel).
• Rub gently to activate the adhesive.

Step 3: Heel to Arch Support
• Apply another I-strip from the inside of the heel wrapping around the medial arch.
• Stretch moderately (50%) to provide arch lift.
• Anchor without stretch on both ends.

Step 4: Lateral Support (Optional)
• Add a third strip from the outer heel to the lateral side of the forefoot for additional support.

5. Duration
• Can be worn for 3–5 days (if skin irritation doesn’t occur).
• Remove gently after soaking in warm water.

6. Precautions
• Do not apply on broken or irritated skin.
• Avoid excessive tension (can irritate skin).
• Monitor for allergic reactions