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Pain in the arch of my right foot. does taping up the arch help?
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Yes: Podiatrists frequently use taping to treat this type of arch pain or plantar fasciitis in combination with cortisone injections, achilles stretching, physical therapy and orthotics. Taping is useful for the acute pain however can be irratating to the skin in long term use, so it is more practical to ultimately use orthotics for biomechanical control/long term prevention.
Answered 2/11/2017
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Yes: Tapping can assist in alleviating the discomfort in the arch. Also a(n) insert to support the arch would be a big benefit in helping with your arch pain. Please refer to www.Heelpainnow to learn more about your condition or go to www.Eastpennfoot.Com/heelpaincenter.
Answered 12/15/2014
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