How to use K-Tape for Plantar Fasciitis

This session is on Plantar Fascia Taping. I've done this before, but with rigid tape. The update is using K-Tape for more mild Plantar Fasciitis, or if you are coming out of the acute phase of severe Plantar Fasciitis (or even a tear) - and you are returning to movement and strengthening and still need great support.

Tim Keeley B.Phty, Cred.MDT, APAM
Principal Physiotherapist

Physio Fitness | Physio Rehab

[futhark]

I have plantar fasciitis and my physiotherapist taped me up with rigid tape a couple of times, which helped a lot. But I can't go to fysio every few days so I asked if I could do it at home. I've been doing it for a while using a video she showed me but rigid tape is starting to be too restrictive. So this was super helpful, especially with explanations on the anchors and tension! I'll see if this helps for the next few days 😊

[Matoca]

I absolutely love this taping! I'm a PTA but have not been able to find the best taping for my own plantar fasciitis! I have always had serious bilateral pronation starting in my 20's. I managed it well with my podiatrist who made me beautiful leather orthotics. But now I am in my early 70's, still walking about 90 miles a month. My fat pads have diminished and the leather orthotic isn't as comfortable. I stopped using them but then I developed the fasciitis. I taped myself last week, after watching your video, and for the first time in months I am able to walk in my hiking boots and not have any pain! I really appreciate your decision to develop a moderate taping that stays on for days. 🥰 Do you have a taping for a patella subluxation that comes and goes?

[asumdai]

My physiotherapist also applying it to my pf i feel some relief

[consciousequus]

Was just thinking about doing some taping. P.F. socks were painful for the ankle & top of foot... EXCRUCIATING PAIN now everywhere. Too fun

[davidsmith]

Nothing like laying tape down with no wrinkles 😎

[revivemtb]

Clearly not had it, then it's not a foot problem it's a calf problem manifesting in the foot

[fireflymary]

What the heck is that taping method actually accomplishing? It doesn’t seem like you’ve done anything but put blue k tape on a relaxed foot. So why bother?kt tape recommends a flex like she started with until you relaxed her foot.