Effects of Windlass Versus Calcaneal Taping in Football Player With Plantar Fasciitis.
Effects of Windlass Versus Calcaneal Taping on Pain, Flexibility and Lower Extremity Function in Football Player With Plantar Fasciitis.
Riphah International University
34 participants
Oct 10, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Plantar fasciitis is a prevalent ailment that affects the plantar fascia, a dense tissue strip that spans the underside of the foot, from the heel bone to the toes. Football players are especially susceptible to this ailment because of the sport's high-impact nature, which includes repetitive sprinting, jumping, and quick changes in direction. Taping has been used for many years for various ailments. The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of two taping techniques i.e. windlass taping and calcaneal taping on pain, flexibility and lower extremity function in football players.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- positive windlass test
- Pain can appear after a period of intense training, normally declines with the warm up and reappears at the end of training.
- Intense and acute heel pain localized primarily where plantar fascia attaches to the anterior calcaneus.
- The pain presents on first walking in the morning or after a rest period.
Exclusion Criteria7
- Congenital deformity of ankle and foot.
- History of foot and ankle fracture.
- History of ankle and foot surgery.
- Previous surgery or treatment for plantar fasciitis in the previous 6 months.
- Use of an assistive device for ambulation
- Use of an assistive device for ambulation
- Refuse to participate in the study
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Interventions
Calcaneal taping is a method employed to offer assistance and relieve discomfort in the heel and ankle area. Start with a clean surface and apply first tape from lateral malleolus, pulling calcaneus in medial direction and attach to medial malleolus. Apply two more tapes in the same manner going distally. Apply an anchor tape at back of heel.
Begin by anchoring the tape just above the ball of the foot (metatarsal heads). Tear or cut a strip of tape, approximately 2-3 inches long, and place it horizontally around the foot, securing the starting point. Pull the tape diagonally across the bottom of the foot, aiming to support the arch. The tape should be applied with moderate tension to provide support without causing discomfort. While keeping tension on the tape, extend the big toe (great toe) upward. As the toe extends, the tape should tighten, activating the windlass mechanism and providing additional arch support.
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NCT06637592