Self-taping for foot injuries
Are you looking for a clear explanation on how to tape your foot yourself? Choose one of the taping instructions below that best matches your specific foot complaint.
Choose the taping guide that matches your foot complaint
On this page you will find all step-by-step taping instructions for foot complaints. Each guide includes photos, preparation steps, measuring & cutting instructions, and a video. Follow the guide that best matches your symptoms to tape your foot successfully at home.
CureTape kinesiology tape is used by physiotherapists and sports professionals worldwide. Whether you are dealing with Achilles tendon pain, heel spur, a bunion or shin splints — all taping guides below are easy to do yourself without prior experience.
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How to tape your Achilles tendon
Pain in the Achilles tendon? This injury is common among runners. Overuse, excess weight or poor foot alignment can trigger pain a few centimetres above the heel. This taping method supports and stabilises the tendon during movement.
How to tape heel spur (calcaneal spur)
Is the plantar fascia under your foot painful due to overuse? Do you mainly experience discomfort when getting up or after long periods of activity? This taping method helps the sole of the foot relax and provides relief from tension.
How to tape the sole of your foot
Is the plantar fascia under your foot painful due to overuse? You may also feel pain in the heel area that can radiate towards the toes. This taping method helps the sole of the foot to relax and provides relief from tension.
How to tape a bunion (hallux valgus)
Do you have a hallux valgus, where the big toe points outward? This taping method helps relieve discomfort such as redness, pain and pressure sensitivity around the affected area.
How to tape a painful forefoot
Do you experience pain in the ball of your foot due to overuse? A weak forefoot arch or a splayed foot can also cause discomfort in this area. This taping method helps reduce strain on the ball of the foot.
How to tape shin splints or foot drop
The anterior shin muscle is responsible for lifting the foot. Overuse can cause pain or pressure in the shin, and lifting the foot may become painful. If this muscle is too weak, you may develop a drop foot.
How to tape inner foot and shin pain
The tibialis posterior muscle plays an important role in foot movement. When overused, it can cause pain on the inner side of the foot that may radiate towards the back of the ankle and shin.
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Free delivery from €100 When taping your foot, using a kinesiology tape that stays firmly in place is crucial — friction from shoes can easily cause standard tape to loosen. That is why I recommend CureTape Sports — its 30% stronger adhesion ensures it stays on longer during daily activities and sports.
For everyday use, CureTape Classic or CureTape Art are excellent choices. Always combine taping with foot and ankle exercises for the best results. If symptoms persist, seek advice from a physiotherapist or your GP.
Disclaimer: Please note: the suggested tape applications and the information on our website regarding the possibilities of the Medical Taping Concept are not yet scientifically proven. The stated claims are based primarily on extensive experience from therapists and users of CureTape® products. No rights can be derived from the content on this website.
Contraindications for not using tape: pregnancy, open wounds, bone fractures, unexplained complaints, allergies and skin conditions, medication use such as blood thinners, thrombosis, and fever. Always consult a medical professional if in doubt.