Simple Taping Technique To Get Rid Of Plantar Fasciitis Pain

[@ambereddings3219]

I have tried several methods to tape my foot. This method has given me instant relief! I have been in pain for months and this makes it bearable to walk. This is the only thing that has helped. Thank you!

[@pj6579]

Brilliant video tutorial. I had plantar fasciitis for a long time and ended up having my feet taped regularly, it makes a huge difference and well worth learning to do it yourself. Thank you for all your videos they are so useful & informative, I'm learning so much from them!❤️

[@drkristieennis]

You are so welcome and I’m glad your foot is feeling better:)

[@XtineJohnes]

Hi, how long did it take to get the pain to go away? Thanks!

[@pj6579]

@@XtineJohnes Hi, It took roughly 18 months, but every case is different. I'd left mine much longer than I should as I didn't know what it was.

[@XtineJohnes]

@@pj6579 with me, first my right foot was in bad pain, now about 7 months later, my right foot is nearly better but now my left foot is in bad pain. I’ve been doing all these foot exercises and working out a lot.

[@51chevyj1]

Hello Dr. Ennis, I just want to say thank you so much for your video on Plantar Fasciitis. After one injection and some exercises, it didn't work. my next option was to cut it off. Thanks to you and 3 month later I am pain free. your the best!!

[@Jestunes]

Thank you so much Dr Kristie for helping me relieve pain from my Plantar Fasciitis. I've watched many of your videos and they have helped in many conditions I never knew I had so bad. I am both a fan and a patient. lol Thank you so much for what you do especially for those of us on a low budget who really can't afford a doctor. You are a life saver and really pretty too.

[@drkristieennis]

Thank you so much! I am truly happy that I can help out! I started this channel with the goal to help people without having to go see a doctor, take medicine, or have surgery. Obviously that doesn’t work for everyone but I’m so glad when I can help:)

[@gizzy89]

I went without taping for a few days and noticed it started hurting a lot again. So that proved to me that using this technique definitely helps with the pain.

[@drkristieennis]

See if this video helps too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXnCY2Wvnr-CjMU

[@samirsalih2008]

Great presentation and use taping as as technique to ease the foot pain which is so common in old generation and athletics. Thank you so much for this knowledge , Good and easy approach to address plantar fasciitis.

[@drkristieennis]

You are welcome! I’m glad it was helpful:)

[@shedag8est]

Thank you for this posting. I will forever have plantar fasciitis issues because one of my legs is longer than the other. I have started taking walks more but recently had to stop because of heel pain triggered by plantar fasciitis. Taping will help until I get proper walking shoes. The video on how to relieve plantar fasciitis pain was super helpful as well. I have gotten lazy at stretching pre-and post-walking.

[@drkristieennis]

Oh I hope you are able to continue walking! Does a heel lift help at all?

[@creepyb703]

I am in the same position. Just here rooting you on. It’s very upsetting. I switched to a zero drop shoe that is flexible but cushioned by Altra and it did help the plantar’s fasciitis completely in one foot and totally eliminated the body pain I was experiencing - however my left foot continues to present with plantar’s fasciitis which was terrible last night when I got back from a 4 mile walk - it seems random as well - in terms of being triggered and intensity which I attribute to how sufficient I stretched piror to exercise. I feel I can walk more if this would stop but last night I was limping around so much that I was afraid I’d fall down. I had actually been OK when I got home - with some pain but then as I was sitting the stiffness set in with the pain and it was awful. I am going to try the taping ok that foot to see if it helps. I tried a night brace but Iaet night it was too painful to wear. I will try that again. The Alatra sneakers do have a wide toe box. Not sure if that is part of your concerns. With me - I definitely can’t have she is where my toes cannot splay. I also have a mild small bunion on the foot that is still giving me trouble. What’s odd is that this foot was not troubling me with some other shoes - but as I said I had other problems through my body with those . I feel I might need arch support and that I definitely need the muscles to remain stretched on the left foot because when I come in from a walk my calves feel very stiff. I hope you resolved your issues. If you can’t walk outside there are other exercises but as for me I really love waking outside it’s my favorite exercise and I truly wish I could find a solution. I also lift weights to break up the days between walking and because weight lifting is very good for weight control and strength building - it has given me confidence and showed me I can remain active even with limitations - peace to you and good luck

[@jeffmoore4940]

Absolute game changer. Thank you so much. This taping technique worked better than anything else I've tried.

[@Jivolt]

I got rid of my plantar fasciitis by... barefoot running. It started an obsession. Went from never running ever to running over 1,000 miles in a single year. 500 of those miles were completely barefoot. Never got PF ever again.

[@drkristieennis]

That’s great! Barefoot running definitely works well for some people. I always caution people when they are starting out to ease into it. I usually start by having people running a short distance and slowly building up.

[@Jivolt]

kristie ennis Yep. Easing into it is mandatory... or you can just go for it like I did. Calves o’ fire for 2 weeks after that. Ouch.

[@moose1689]

Did you use any taping during that time?

[@edwizard62]

How did I miss this video. I need this to help with my PF. Thank you beautiful Dr. Ennis❤

[@Manu.K]

Thanks for the video! I couldn't help but notice you had Hoka shoes on, could you share your experience with them? Thanks!😄

[@simonmcpherson3318]

You’re awesome Kristie ! So much info on a wide variety of muscular systems. All of it is pertinent, well informed, and credible. You’re, now, one of my go to(s), for all things musculoskeletal ! Thank you Simon

[@drkristieennis]

That is very kind! Thank you:)

[@mazaq]

there are elastic bands available to use and it really helps-----are washable too

[@shirleykinnaird3556]

Where do hou buy them frm

[@runkurgan]

I'll need to practice this technique but it did work. Thank you.

[@drkristieennis]

You’re welcome! It does take a little practice:)

[@rahulsmishra]

Thank you very much. This taping technique is helping a lot. Podiatrist that I consulted basically just sold me some arch support pads and she wasn't interested in giving any other advise. A question. Is the purpose of the long tape (the one that loops from pinky toe to other side) basically to simulate function of fascia tissue perhaps ? Kind of having another tissue (tape) running & stretching in same direction gives additional support?

[@drkristieennis]

Yup!:) it helps to stretch out the fascia.

[@navie36]

You are amazing Dr Ennis! Thanks so much for this!🤗❤️

[@drkristieennis]

You are welcome 🤗

[@begun65vdal5]

Thanks Kristie! Evry now and then PF is coming back to me, this time not painful but somehow not wanting to get less for a time😣... This way of taping is interesting and I never tried it before. First I still used my butter knife- cool. Lets see how it works...✌

[@drkristieennis]

You’re Weldon! Hope it helps!

[@tiffanymichael2287]

What tape? I heard KT but not the 2nd type...

[@penguin6204]

I am amazed ! Once again great demonstration with supporting facts..😉

[@drkristieennis]

Thanks so much!

[@juniper-usa-shei369]

Do you have any suggestions for tape adhesive allergies, also---any advise on shoe choices while recovering?

[@drkristieennis]

I’m sorry I don’t know what to say with regards to adhesive allergies:( as far as shoes go, it very much depends on the type of foot you have.

[@indieshortfilm]

Vad bra, min fot strular. Tack! 🙏

[@sweetsonya39-]

I'm in chronic pain all day, everyday. I have been to the podiatrist, nothing has worked😰😰 I hope this will. Thank you.

[@yew2oob954]

You can try this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mne2gmmsd5pmjpI

[@drkristieennis]

Hope you are feeling better!

[@Branjiebelle]

Sony S did it help you?

[@kaftastic9796]

I’ve seen so many different taping techniques. Which one would be best? I have pain in my arch, heel and inside of the ankle. Is it trial and error or does it not matter really

[@drkristieennis]

This is my favorite one for plantar fasciitis because it also incorporates a little arch lift. Sometimes it is an experiment to know which technique works best for you.

[@paulaabney8776]

I have been dealing with this for 2 months. I am a competitive ballroom danser. I get relief taping in order to practice but afterwards it is extremely painful that evening and I can hardly walk on it. I do all the exercises for it by stretching the calf muscles, etc. It is not getting better. Any suggestions?

[@shundt100]

Thank you! I will be using this for my relay this weekend.

[@drkristieennis]

Sarah Beth you’re welcome! Good luck and let me know how it goes:)

[@risenshine2783]

What is this tape called in the UK I am guessing it isnt the usual roll of plasters used for cut fingers..? Much needed as have been in agony for months and GP hasnt ever been able to help in past episodes

[@drkristieennis]

The tape I’m using is kinesiotape, specifically Rock Tape. I get it on Amazon:) www.amazon.com/Rocktape-AR2INSNGL-BIGE-30904-Kinesiology-Athletes-16-4-Feet/dp/B002SF7AOO/ref=sxts_rp_s1_0?cv_ct_cx=rock+tape&dchild=1&keywords=rock+tape&pd_rd_i=B002SF7AOO&pd_rd_r=ddf10b97-cd65-4199-8a85-d7a24b7fd90e&pd_rd_w=gf4F9&pd_rd_wg=y0PfZ&pf_rd_p=12e2d9de-1794-46a7-bd43-0e4b39b46555&pf_rd_r=KRV8FW7KMDRWGNBHV64Z&psc=1&qid=1629799221&sr=1-1-cb9ed203-36f2-497c-b389-dfec57adb781

[@grahamlyons8522]

What is the best position to be in, i.e how do you arrange your legs and feet so that it is easy to cut your toenails when you are 86?

[@drkristieennis]

I’m partial to the cross leg position in this video:)

[@grahamlyons8522]

@@drkristieennis As it happens, that position looked quite possible for me and so gave me the idea for my question. Thanks for your confirmation.

[@luckysingh-be8bn]

Hey... how long time i have to leave this tape?

[@raadiodaysyt]

Do you have a taping video for knee pain???

[@drkristieennis]

I don’t:(

[@alysiaquinn1990]

Does this work for the pain directly in the heel? It seems like it wouldn't stretch that part of the foot out, but more so for the ball and arch of the foot?

[@drkristieennis]

It does help the heel because this is where the fascia attaches. The heel is typically uncomfortable because of the tightness in the fascia itself. See if this video helps too:) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXnCY2Wvnr-CjMU

[@ztog]

Doesn't the skin react to the tapes' glue?

[@alfredromero4784]

I tried taping and moleskin pads when you go to remove. Rip the heck of the skin with excruciating pain to almost passing out.

[@drkristieennis]

I’m sorry to hear that! I’ve never had that problem. Did you try it with kinesiotape?

[@runnerclay]

I have taped foot twice but not in the past 5 months Time to get serious. Covid-19 can not last forever. I need to be ready for marathons to begin. I have not run in 10 months.

[@drkristieennis]

I hope this works! Check out this video too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqa8fIGAqrVkrNE

[@Cigar65]

Would acupuncture help?? I used ice but no luck. It has come back yet again. I have lost track of how many times I've had this. Makes walking hell and I have orthotics.

[@drkristieennis]

Yes, it’s a good thing to try!

[@mm7365]

I have tried to several tapings before this one. I tried this one this morning because it seemed faster than the other ones but my honest opinion is, this technique does not work oh, I was in a lot of pain all day

[@TestTheBig4]

awesome

[@robinwood3476]

How often should you perform the deep tissue massage? I don’t want to have to change tape every day.

[@drkristieennis]

Try to do the massage on the calf every day. Do the other massage as often as you can.

[@AshPragasam]

Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino

[@blkbeauti05]

PF is pure hell, pure hell.

[@Tanya28881]

Couldn’t agree more😭😭😭😭😭 I would give everything to get rid of it😭😭😭😭

[@kevinberniebarron7548]

Hey Dr. Ennis, I have a question to ask! The other day I was stepping down from the back bumper of my pickup truck. I had my right foot on the bumper and while lowering myself down i heard a pop and pain on the inside of my arch and it hurts on the outside of my foot! I have not been to the doctor yet; but noticed that when I tried light stretching yesterday it felt better! My question is do you think it might be a tear in the plantar tendon? If so, any therapy suggestions? Thanks for your help. Blessings to you and your family, Kevin Barron

[@briantix7693]

dont spend money on shoes till you tape, stretch and massage... Winning!

[@drkristieennis]

Very true!

[@zakiachaib6934]

Pour combien de temps svp ?

[@drkristieennis]

I have patients use this technique before activity (like running) until the pain has subsided.

[@zakiachaib6934]

@@drkristieennis merci beaucoup docteur.

[@drkristieennis]

@@zakiachaib6934 you’re welcome!

[@lollie6760]

Why not the heel? Since that’s where the most pain is

[@drkristieennis]

The plantar fascia attaches on the inside of the heel but stretches to the ball of the foot. It’s usually this whole structure that needs to move properly and achieve blood flow to feel better; just like Achilles tendon issues typically come from the calf muscles.

[@lollie6760]

I see thank you!

[@geekedrehab]

That's good support! Here's another option for taping that focuses more on tension in the calf kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2qzg5eYi62Jo6M

[@judithb2939]

👌🏽

[@cathrinelabuschagne7615]

My pain is on the heel

[@drkristieennis]

Certainly the plantar fascia attaches to the inside of the heel so it can cause heel pain. Achilles issues can also cause heel pain. Have you seen these videos? kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqa8fIGAqrVkrNE kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2XHXoaqndWDbac