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Calcaneal taping is more effective in reducing plantar heel pain than stretching
August 2013
Calcaneal taping is more effective in reducing plantar heel pain than stretching
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Randomized Controlled Trial of Calcaneal Taping, Sham Taping, and Plantar Fascia Stretching for the Short-Term Management of Plantar Heel Pain
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2006 Jun;36(6):364-71Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
41 patients with plantar heel pain were randomized to receive treatment involving stretching of the plantar fascia, calcaneal taping, sham taping, or no treatment. After 1 week, patients were scored on pain and level of functioning. Results indicated that the calcaneal taping group experienced significantly less pain than any other group. There was no difference between groups for level of functio...
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