Real People and Their Real
TayCo Brace Reviews

I had a classic walking boot for a fractured ankle, and developed SERIOUS sciattica from being off kilter with the boot too high. The walking boot was so very uncomfortable, I was in complete agony. The Tayco over the shoe brace provided some relief. I wore the regular boot for 7 weeks before getting the Tayco, not sure if the Tayco would have provided enough support the first couple of weeks, but it seems to do the trick for this stage of my recovery. I'm 57 so I heal a little slower than younger people, 10-12 weeks. Anyway, Tayco was a life saver! I still have sciattica but it is getting much better wearing an even brace with my other foot.

Broke my foot 8 weeks ago and was in a boot. In the 7th week I began using the TayCo Brace and was able to participate in athletics again. The brace gave me the confidence that my ankle would remain stable.

Reach back out in a few weeks

I ordered this brace a size smaller. Th reason is that I attached my first brace to my baseball plate shoes. The one size smaller works on my regular shoes better. Still the best brace I’ve ever worn.

Great, easy to use.light weight and comfor

It is pricey, but we like that it fits on the outside of my daughter’s street shoes. Provides great ankle support but allows more normal movement for walking.

Poor Customer Service and Product. Not recommended.

Only advantage is it’s outside the shoe

This brace is great noo more ankle pain after ankle re-construction surgery.

For the first time in years my ankle is not fatigued and sore at the end of a day. The fact that there is free moving up and down is an enormous benefit over other braces I have tried.

Played tennis and held up well with a lot of back and forth. Planning to use in a tournament this weekend!

I have not received it yet.

No height difference, less cumbersome, use with your own supportive trainers or hiking shoes- try it- you’ll like it!

Easy-On Sports Brace - AthleticX Brace

Walking Boot and AFO Alternative - RecoverX Brace

It is easier to use than other braces and so well made. I’m still getting used to it…so I’m a little slow getting it on but it’s getting easier as I go. I had to get to know how it felt to get the straps just right (I went to right on 3 & 4 at first.) Learning curve is not steep and product is worth it.

Bought the brace at suggestion of our athletic trainer for a high school softball player who suffered a high ankle sprain. Player reported that pain decreased from an 8 to a 3. She was able to play without a performance drop off. It’s also aiding her recovery off the field. Happy Coach!

My husband was prescribed a TayCo ankle brace but his orthopedic surgeon. This is his last resort before ankle replacement surgery. The brace has saved him. He is able to exercise, play basketball with his son, help move us into our new home. All of this would have been impossible without the brace. It provides not only stability for his ankle, but significantly reduces his pain. He doesn't go anywhere without it. The bottom strap broke and a new brace was shipped immediately. Not only is this a fantastic product, the customer service is the best we have ever experienced. Thank you, TayCo, for all you have done to give my husband back his mobility and extend the life of his ankle.

I've overturned my ankle approximately 200 times in my life since the age of 14.
I'm now 60 and a year ago I had the final turn to where my only option I was told was surgically and most likely to have a post because of the extensive damage would not be able to be repaired. That would mean no forward/backward movement. Being an active woman between working all day on my feet and hiking mountains I started searching for a better solution. BAM, I found this brace on the internet and said I'd give it a try. Now year later I'm finally giving my review. 1 year of walking on hot tar patch, graveled stones at work and many of mountains and trails, through rock salt, snow, ice melt and even walking in rivers this brace kept up with me. I can't say that about the 3 pairs of work and hiking boots I went through while wearing this brace. I will be wearing this brace for the rest of my life. No surgery needed and living life to it's fullest!!! Can't say much more than that but THANK YOU Taycobrace

I love this brace! It gives support around the ankle that gives me confidence to walk while not restricting movement that could take months of PT to regain.

Easy-On Sports Brace - AthleticX Brace

I suffer from diabetic neuropathy, foot drop, and ankle inversion due to damaged ligaments. I have tried prescription orthotic and braces which we cumbersome and not very effective , especially on uneven surfaces. This brace has helped with walking on grass and it's design allows free normal flexion and extention of the ankle. While providing stury lateral support. Since its an over the shoe design, my foot has the lateral support I need. My gait, while not normal, has significantly improved. My balance has improved since.I no longer have to worry about my foot shifting in my shoe, potentially leading to lose of balance and fear of falling. Best money I have spent!

I fell and broke my left fibula (just above the ankle) back in early December, which required a walking boot to be worn for over 7 weeks. With the holidays and winter weather (we live in central Indiana), the walking boot given to me from my Orthopedic doctor was heavy and cumbersome to use, especially with trying to walk around with ice, salt, and snow and busy holiday activities.
Honestly, being able to use the RecoverX brace was a life saver. It was very simple to put on, fit easily over my shoe, and allowed me to wear two of the same shoes. I had started to have hip and back pain from trying to find shoes that would match the walking boot height, but the pain was relieved by using the RecoverX brace and wearing my normal shoes together. I mostly used the RecoverX while inside due to the snow and ice.

I took both the RecoverX and Athletic brace with me to my follow up Orthopedic appointment. My doctor was very impressed with the design and the fact that you can wear the braces over your regular shoes. She was so fascinated by them that she took the braces to show to her colleagues! She told me to wear the Athletic brace once I was out of the walking boot. She said she was going to give me a corset style brace that would go inside my shoe but thought this would be better (and it has been).

I am currently using the Athletic brace as my leg continues to heal. Like the RecoverX, it’s easy to use and fits with my normal shoes. I’ve been wearing it whenever I’m out of the house, doing activities, and exercising. It’s comfortable enough to wear all day and I’m at the point that I forget I have it on. I HIGHLY recommend both braces for anyone dealing with recovery from an injury or needing a walking boot. They have been a life safer!

Straps #1 and 2 are too short?? No place on website to order supplies? I am supplementing myself from craft store….. hope it works

I like this brace so much better than a walking boot. Wearing my regular work boot is much more comfortable and allows me to keep my foot dry and warm when walking in the snow. My only issue with this brace is that I am not able to get everything tight enough to completely immobilize my ankle. (my achiles tendon was ripped off my calf muscle). If I get the straps tight enough to lock everything down the straps cause pain. Overall, its probably tight enough for my needs, it just allows a little more movement than I expected.