Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM, is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and a fellow of American Society of Podiatric Surgeons (ASPS), American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics, and American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS), Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow Fellowship of Faculty of Podiatric Medicine (Glasg); Diplomat of American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery certified in foot surgery and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. He practices in Central Indiana as part of the national supergroup Upperline Health. Dr. DeHeer serves as the residency director of the podiatric surgical residency program at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. In addition, he is the team podiatrist for the Indiana Pacers. Dr. DeHeer is a member of the Editorial Board of Podiatry Today, a regular blogger for Podiatry Today, a Guest Editor for Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Pediatric Edition 2013, and Guest Editor for Foot and Ankle Quarterly Clubfoot Edition 2014. Dr. DeHeer has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters and is an international and national lecturer. He is the inventor of The Equinus Brace™ and a partner in IQ Med. He is the President and Founder of Step-By-Step Haiti and Foot Aid. Dr. DeHeer’s passion for teaching and providing lower extremity healthcare in developing countries culminated in recognition by the 2014 International Federation of Podiatrist Humanitarian Award and the 2011 APMA Humanitarian of the Year Award. Dr. DeHeer serves as a Trustee on the APMA Board of Trustees, currently in his seventh year on the Board. Dr. DeHeer is past President of the Indiana Podiatric Medical Association and serves as continuing education chairperson.
This brace is the best!!! I have not had a problem walking with the brace, in fact this is the first time walking with no pain in years. I didn’t have an issue attaching my shoe to the brace. I’m planning a Thanksgiving trip to visit family far away and I don’t an issue walking through airports. Thank you for a great product!!!
I had a 5th metatarsal Jones fracture, and after recovery, struggled with pain anytime I partially rolled up on the outside of my foot. The Tayco brace keeps me from rolling up onto the outside of my foot, and I am able to participate in sports without any worry.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your reivew, Dan! That makes us happy to hear you're able to get back to sports without any worry.
This brace is easy to put on (after doing it a few times). I’ve worn it for five days and there is already a significant reduction in pain.
I walk my dog 5 miles a day, so I’ve walked 25 miles with the brace on so far. I wasn’t confident that the strap that goes under my shoe would hold up, but it has. It’s a bit scuffed up, but I don’t see any wear or damage to it. It would be nice if this part could be replaced if necessary, but so far so good.
Thank you so much for the detailed feedback, Kevin! We’re thrilled to hear your brace is performing well and helping reduce your pain, especially after 25 miles of walking. The strap under the shoe is built to handle that kind of mileage, but if it ever does wear down, our support team can help with a replacement or warranty options. We appreciate you sharing your experience!
This brace has helped me so much! I am a horticulturist and walk on a lot of uneven ground which triggers old injuries from sports to flare up. I also wear the brace when I’m out on trails hiking. The only thing I would change or add to this brace is a bit more padding along the inner ankle area. Where I find there is some friction.
That is amazing to hear Joanne! We're so glad you've been able to get back to what you love to do! We'll ship you some C-pads you can add to the ankle area for extra comfort. Thank you again for sharing your experience!