What is a heel spur?
In general, 10% of the population will have to deal with heel spurs. The Kinesiology Taping Concept has a successful application that can help with heel pain complaints, such as heel spurs, heel splints and plantar fasciitis. CureTape® kinesiology tape can reduce pain in these conditions and stimulate a faster recovery.
A heel spur is a calcification of the tendon plate on the heel bone, which sometimes causes inflammation of the band of tissue that extends from the heel to the toes. This is called plantar fasciitis (plantar fascia inflammation). An X-ray image will show calcification, with the formation of a hook like heel spur at the location of the attachment of the tendon that runs to the forefoot.
Heel spur and plantar fasciitis symptoms
Both types of heel pain will have similar symptoms. The symptoms are usually worse when getting up in the morning and both pain and stiffness are likely to be felt. Usually the symptoms disappear on their own, but if the pain gets worse over time, treatment with CureTape is recommended to reduce the pain. Heel spur symptoms are:
- Heel pain and stiff-feeling foot in the morning
- Heel pain when standing or walking for a long time
- Severe sharp pain on the side of the heel
- Pain can refer to the upper arm, shoulder, forearm, wrist and hand.
- Slight swelling under the heel.
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CureTape® Classic Kinesiology Tape
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CureTape® Sports Extra Sticky Kinesiology Tape
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CureTape® Art Printed Kinesiology Tape
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CureTape® Standard scissors
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Christina’s advice when taping your feet
When taping your feet, it’s crucial to choose a tape that provides strong adhesion and support. That’s why I recommend CureTape kinesiology tape. For regular use, CureTape Classic or Art is ideal. However, if you’re engaging in extreme sports or swimming, opt for the extra sticky CureTape Sports variant!
How to tape heel spur video
Heel spur and plantar fasciitis inflammation consist of very similar symptoms, therefore their strapping treatments are also very similar. Various professional practitioners such as physiotherapists, podiatrists and osteopaths offer treatments for heel spurs. These treatments generally contain stretching exercises, massages or insoles. Kinesiology taping offers a valuable addition to this toolset.
Instructions
Tape
Shape:I-Tape.
Number of strips: 2.
Technique: ligament technique (maximum/full stretch).
Measuring and cutting the tape
Step 1:
- Place the foot on a chair and press the heel down. Measure the length of the tape from the bottom of the heel to the edge of the ankle on each side.
Applying the tape
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
- Tear the release paper in half and fold it over on both sides.
- Apply the centre piece under the heel, with maximum stretch, and place the tape with stretch direction along the sides of the Achilles tendon.
- The second tape is applied overlapping the first tape by approximately 1 cm in the same way.
- Finally, gently rub the tapes together. After applying this tape, you should immediately notice a pain-relieving effect. The pain point is relieved – comparable to a gel cushion under the heel.
Learn how to tape
- The Ultimate Taping Guide: Focuses on self-taping for the 30 most common injuries where taping provides support.
- Kinesiology Taping Method Manual: Designed for (para medical) professionals, covering basic taping techniques and various pathologies.
- Decompressive Taping Techniques Manual: Specifically focuses on lymphatic taping methods for decompression.
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Please note that the indicated tape applications and information on our website about the possibilities with kinesiology tape have not yet been scientifically proven. The statements and examples mentioned are based on long-term experiences of patients and trained therapists.
Contraindications not to tape: pregnancy, open wounds, broken bones, unexplained complaints, allergies and skin diseases, use of medication such as blood thinners, thrombosis and fever. Always apply tape in consultation with a specialist.