Proper taping of the plantar fascia can help the foot get the rest it needs by providing support for the plantar fascia. Tape is applied across the plantar fascia taking the stress off the foot while the healing takes place. The taping can relieve some pain and inflammation associated with the illness. Athletes often use arch taping. It can ease the stress and tension placed on the plantar fascia by limiting the amount of stretching it can do. This prevents it from stretching excessively and prevents tears in the fascia fibers.

The effectiveness of plantar fascia taping can vary depending on person and the severity of the injury. Arch taping may eliminate some of the symptoms but will not heal or reverse the condition. To increase the effectiveness of taping there are two ways you should use it. First, it can be used to prevent further occurrence of plantar fasciitis. Second, it can be used in combination with other treatments.

To use taping to treat plantar fasciitis you should begin by placing tape around the ball of the foot. Next, place a piece of tape around the heel. Attach the tape at the heel to the tape around the ball of the foot. Place a piece of tape around the ball of the foot. Take the take across the middle of the foot diagonally, wrap it around the heel and back across the middle of the foot. This should make an X pattern at the middle of the sole of the foot and provide support for the plantar fascia. Do this three times to ensure the area is well supported. Finally, apply tape horizontally across the foot over the previous strips. This should completely cover the sole of the foot. This should provide support and allow the plantar fascia to rest and heal.

If you want to heal plantar fasciitis you must eliminate its causes. Cut down or stop excessive running. Get well padded shoes with proper arch support. My suggestion (having suffered from the condition for a year), is to look at getting New Balance Shoes — these provide serious arch support for your feet. If you are overweight, lose weight. Have a medical professional check your posture and direct you how to place your feet in the proper position when walking. If you do all these things in combination with taping you should be able recover fully.