Plantar Fasciitis Taping Techniques
Understanding plantar fasciitis taping techniques can give someone with the condition some relief from unbearable pain. Plantar fasciitis is a condition where the ligament that runs through the heel and connects the toes to the heel gets stretched or torn or injured somehow. In some cases, it can continue to deteriorate, creating a permanent rupture of the ligament. There are ways to cut down on the pain through anti-inflammatory medicine, or stretching it regularly after standing or resting for long periods of time, but taping it provides some relief all day long.
Understanding the causes of plantar fasciitis can help a person better understand where the pain is coming from, and help offer ways to cut down on the deterioration. Though plantar fasciitis taping techniques can offer relief, stopping it from getting so bad can also offer relief. There are some medical conditions that can lead to plantar fasciitis such as flat feet, high arches, and tight tendons along the heel of the foot. Extended standing or walking can also cause strain on the arch of the foot, straining the tendon, which can also lead to plantar fasciitis. There are also times when exercising, being overweight or wearing non supportive shoes can lead to a case of plantar fasciitis as well. For some, it can also just be as simple as age since age can cause the tissues to break down, causing a weakening of the tendon.
For those who find themselves with the uncomfortable situation of having plantar fasciitis, knowing plantar fasciitis taping techniques can offer relief by giving support and reducing the stress on the ligament. The best tape to use for this is athletic tape, which can be found in any sporting goods stores or even drug stores. To start, take two small pieces of tape and use one to tape the ball of the foot, and then the other to wrap the heel area. When doing this, attach these two pieces of tape together. Next, take a larger piece of tape, and run it along the ball of the foot, crossing diagonally mid foot range then moving to wrap it around the heel and ending by crossing the mid-section of the foot again. This will create an X along the plantar fasciitis tendon for support. Do this two to three times to ensure you are getting a strong support along the tendon. To finish off the foot, take the tape and put it horizontally across the foot and wrap the tape already on the foot to ensure the entire bottom of the foot is covered in tape, from the ball of the foot to the heel. This will provide the perfect support for the entire ligament.
For plantar fasciitis taping techniques such as this, it is important to keep the foot and tape dry. It is also important when applying the tape to ensure you do not put it on too tight as to cut off circulation. You will be able to feel what is comfortable when putting it on. Try and put the taping on first thing in the morning for support, or if you work out do it before exercise for the best support. You can also attempt to wrap your foot using an ace bandage by wrapping around the ankle and foot in a cris cross pattern, ensuring the foot is at a 90 degree angle. Like the tape, make sure you do not wrap too tightly. This can work if this is all you have, but using the athletic tape provides the best support for the ligament. Either way, both of these plantar fasciitis taping techniques provide the support so the ligament does not have any further trama or stress, causing tears or irreversible damage.
