[Physio Explained] Kinesiotape vs. low-dye tape for plantar fasciitis pain with Dr Melinda Smith

In this episode with Melinda Smith, we discuss a recent article looking at the effect of kinesiotape vs low-dye tape for plantar fasciitis pain. We discuss:

• The differences in outcomes between these two groups
• Individual patient preferences 
• Neuromuscular responses to taping

👉🏻 See Mel’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-smith

Dr Melinda Smith is a Lecturer at the University of Queensland and Physiotherapist at Clem Jones Centre Physio & Rehab in Brisbane. Melinda’s clinical, teaching and research focus is lower limb musculoskeletal function and health, with a special interest in the foot and ankle. Her research publications extend across several areas including lower limb function, sports and running related injuries, taping, foot orthoses, footwear, measurement of foot posture and mobility, gait-retraining and musculoskeletal imaging.

Reference to article: García-Gomariz C, Hernández-Guillén D, Nieto-Gil P, Blasco-García C, Alcahuz-Griñán M, Blasco J (2024) Effects of Kinesiotape versus Low-Dye Tape on Pain and Comfort Measures in Patients with Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Life, 14(2).

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