I shattered my ankle and lower leg 19 years ago. After 4 surgeries, I am not able to stand on it for a period of time without paying for it later but this brace is the best purchase I have made. I was on my feet all day and wore it all day, when I took it off, there was no pain that night.
Thank you for making something that is comfortable, easy to put on and able to wear with all my shoes.
Being on your feet all day without paying for it later is a huge win, Samantha! After everything you've been through with your ankle, we're thrilled the RecoverX Brace is helping you stay comfortable and active. Thanks for sharing your experience and for trusting us to help you keep moving!
I recently twisted my left ankle stepping off of my tractor and had to use an air boot to stabilize my ankle. After I finished with the air boot I wanted something I could use with my daily boots and found the Tayco Combat X ankle brace. I have been wearing it everyday since I received it and fits and works perfect! This is by far the best ankle brace I have ever used. I broke my right ankle when I was a teenager and have had issues with it ever since. I have tried all sorts of ankle braces over the years but the Tayco Combat X brace reduces inversion and eversion (side to side movement) better than anything I have ever tried. It is slim in design and comfortable against your ankle with memory foam padding on both sides of the brace. Most braces become uncomfortable after prolonged use but I can wear the Combat X brace all day with no issues.
Most people do not even realize I am wearing an ankle brace it blends in so well with my boot. I have had several people say they thought it was just a part of my boot!
I like it so well I planning to get another one for my right ankle!
I rarely write reviews on products but I felt compelled to do so with hopes that it may help someone else’s quality of life.
Thanks Tayco for making a great product!
Heath, hearing that the CombatX Brace is the best ankle brace you've ever used means a lot, especially after all the others you've tried! We're glad it's giving you the stability and all-day comfort you need while fitting seamlessly with your everyday boots. Thanks for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review and helping others discover a solution that could make a difference in their lives!
I've only had the Athletic X Brace for a short period of time. However, so far, all is going well. I'll need to resume playing tennis & other activities for a couple of months before I can fully assess whether my ankle pain has improved enough for me to continue consistent activity.
Thanks for sharing your early experience, Carl! We're glad the AthleticX Brace is off to a good start. We hope it continues to provide the support and confidence you need as you get back to tennis and the activities you enjoy. Keep us posted!
my right ankle is bone on bone with the brace on it toke 85 % of my pain away love it easy to use thank you
An 85% reduction in pain is incredible, Fazi! We're so glad the RecoverX Brace is making such a difference in your comfort and mobility. Thanks for sharing your experience, and we hope it continues to help you stay active!
For someone that has had a triple arthrodesis, a second metatarsal fusion, and a collapsing ankle joint, all on the right foot, I have come to believe there was very little to nothing that could be done to help alleviate the pain and aid in movement. I bought the athletic version of the brace and am very surprised so far. It has aided in taking away a lot of the stress on the foot as I walk. I have spent thousands of dollars on various braces, wraps and / or anything else I thought would help. It's not a cheap brace to buy, but it's not a cheap brace either. It does have a few flaws like the top "bridge" strap digs into the bone because you HAVE to pull it tight or it won't work and the bottom "arch" strap is already showing wear because that touches the ground with each step. If the arch strap breaks, the brace is useless so time will tell if the cost of the brace is equal to the time it can be used. The arch strap should be warrantied for the life (currently a 365 day warranty) because of its location. It is a good brace, better than most any I've tied in the past but time will tell on how it holds up vs. price.
After everything you've been through and all the braces you've tried, we're glad the AthleticX Brace is finally providing some relief. Thanks for sharing your story, Luke! We appreciate your honest feedback on the straps, as comfort and durability are just as important as support. Our team would be happy to help with fit adjustments that may reduce the pressure and premature wear you're experiencing. Thanks for giving us a try!
I work in forestry hiking in the Ozarks. I quit wearing forestry boots cause the compression is painful after so many days of hiking. Use a trail running shoe instead from Altra.
Before, I used the braces available on the shelf that go under on the foot inside the shoe. The plastic buckle on it become painful in few days.
The tayco fix this and allow me to hike all day and preserve muscle strength. Without the brace the ankles grow tired, and more likely to fall or twist.
I don’t tighten the straps much to prevent compression, hardly notice I’m wearing them, and they still work great.
I did have the lower strap tightened too much which lowered its buckle to close to ground, and it wore out quickly.
Tayco provided great support to fix and replace.
Long days hiking through the Ozarks are a great test for the CombatX Brace! We're glad you're getting the support you need without the discomfort of traditional braces, and that our team was able to help with the strap issue. Thanks for trusting us to keep you moving comfortably on the job!
I bought this for my son after he injured his foot playing football. The brace has provided him with confidence and support after some healing time so he could get back out on the field with his team. As parents it provides us with some comfort knowing that he has some extra protection and support. This thing is sturdy and the real deal.
Thank you for trusting the AthleticX Brace to support your son as he gets back on the field, Matthew! We love hearing that it's giving him the confidence to play the game he loves while giving you some extra peace of mind on the sidelines. Those are the moments that matter!
I had my left ankle replaced in 2025, this brace was recommended and it's been amazing. I used it throughout several months of Rehab and now continue to use it for most athletic activities including golf and a significant amount of weekly Pickleball. it's easy to take on and off, easy to adjust the straps based on the type of shoe I'm wearing. I continue to wear the brace 18 months after surgery as it provides confidence that I won't reinjure my replaced ankle. Great customer service as well!!!
Thank you for sharing your experience, Brian! From rehab to the golf course and pickleball court, that's exactly the kind of progress we love to hear about! Thanks for trusting the ]AthleticX Brace throughout your recovery and beyond. We're glad it's continuing to provide the support and confidence you need to stay active, and we appreciate the kind words about our team!
The brace is a great second step in the healing progress . It allows gentile rom with medial
And lateral stabiling. My som lives rumning in it during his recovery. Super easy tomfit.
Thanks for sharing your son's experience, Dana! We're glad the AthleticX Brace is providing the stability and freedom of movement he needs as he recovers. Here's to getting back to the miles he loves! 💪
Working as advertised
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Noah! We're glad your brace is delivering the support you expected and working well for you. We appreciate you sharing your experience.
Its a great fit,lots of straps ,had to bend and tough the plastic plate,from rubbing my upper ankle .
Thanks for sharing your feedback, James! We’re glad the brace fits well overall, but sorry to hear you experienced some rubbing around your upper ankle. Our team is always happy to help with fit adjustments to make sure you're getting the best possible comfort and support.
I’m using this after a distal fib fracture. Offers good support and easy to put on over your shoe.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Karon! We’re glad the AthleticX Brace is giving you the support you need while making it easy to stay in your own shoes as you recover.
I have tried so many braces that I have lost count. They all have good things and bad things about them, but your brace is the only one that checks all the boxes and I get to wear my own sneakers. I LOVE THIS BRACE. I have no need for any other brace. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your experience, Robert! After trying that many braces, hearing that the RecoverX Brace checks all the boxes means a lot. We’re especially glad you can get the support you need while staying in your own sneakers. Thanks for sharing the love!
Best ankle brace I've ever had only thing I don't like about it is the bottom stirup is annoying to adjust with no help but besides that it's perfect giving everything I need in a brace.
“Best ankle brace I’ve ever had” is high praise! We’re glad the AthleticX Brace is giving you the support you need, and we appreciate the feedback on adjusting the stirrup strap. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I purchased my brace for my right ankle over pronation. It seems to help stabilize the ankle roll, but takes some getting used to having it on. Overall I think it helps with my ankle pain.
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Michael! Finding the right support can take a little getting used to, so we appreciate you sticking with it! We’re glad the RecoverX Brace is helping stabilize your ankle and reduce some of the discomfort you’ve been experiencing.
Excellent lateral ankle support
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, Larry! We appreciate you.
I was skeptical about ordering this brace as my ankle is bone on bone vs recovering from an injury. It is more comfortable than I thought it would be and reduces the pain and grinding I experience especially with lateral movement. I have used it for kickboxing classes along with barre classes and weight lifting. I have not yet worn it for outside walks. Need to get some regular athletic socks vs no show socks. It fits nicely over my sport/tennis shoes. This brace will help keep me active until I get an ankle replacement after ski season. FYI the elastic brace I was wearing and the lace up I attempted to wear create awful pressure points inside my shoes. I plan to share this info with my podiatrist as well as my orthopedic surgeon. Thank you for a great product. So glad I found you!
Thank you, Lynn! Kickboxing, barre, weight lifting and hopefully skiing next. We love hearing how the AthleticX Brace is helping you stay active and comfortable while you navigate what’s next for your ankle. Thanks for sharing your experience and for spreading the word with your care team! We appreciate you.
I have right foot drop. I can't wear traditional AFOs because I have hypertension in my knees. Regular AFOs kick my knees back, I cannot walk.
I thought this brace might work and it does!
It limits my ankle movement enough to keep my foot from flopping.
I'm thrilled I can wear it with the shoes I wear most.
What a great example of finding a solution that works for your unique needs! We’re glad the AthleticX Brace has given you the support you were looking for, even outside its intended use, and that you can wear it with the shoes you already love. Thanks for sharing your experience, LynnAnn!
I’ve purchased this brace in the past . My son is a 6ft 1inch and 270 lbs football player and he has flat feet with no support on right . He normally gets his ankled rolled every season but since I purchased brace he has not had a problem. Definitely better than getting taped. He said he was making a tackle and someone landed on ankle if not for brace he believes his ankle might have broken . Instead of missing season he was out one play to check brace.
One play instead of potentially missing the season. Those are the moments that matter! Thank you for sharing your son's story, Ronald! We’re glad the AthleticX Brace has given your son the support and confidence to keep competing season after season. Thanks for trusting TayCo Brace when it counts!
My title says it all!
We love hearing that the RecoverX Brace has stood out compared to the other AFOs you’ve tried. Thanks for sharing your experience, Arnold!
After having a torn Achilles tendon and trying numerous braces I finally found the one! It has given me back the ability to play pickleball again. The ease of over the shoe wearing along with the support of a lightweight brace is key for active recovery. I would highly recommend to anyone needing, but questioning which one.
Thank you, Debbie! Back on the pickleball court is exactly where we love to see you. It’s great to hear the AthleticX Brace delivered the lightweight support and confidence you needed to get active again. Thanks for the recommendation!
I’ve been using the brace for only a few weeks as my physical therapy will soon be over - very little activity as my broken ankle continues to heal and get stronger - looking forward to putting it to the “test” in November on a hunting trip to the mountains of Virginia - I really think it will make a big difference and will give me confidence while climbing some pretty steep terrain - if I can still climb to my favorite deerstand on top of BullPasture Mountain I will give the brace “ 10 stars” - will soon find out ?
Thank you for sharing, Larry! BullPasture Mountain sounds like a great test for the AthleticX Brace. We’re glad it’s giving you confidence as your ankle continues to get stronger, and we’ll be rooting for you to make it back to that favorite deerstand.
Didn’t work for me! Returned and was refunded immediately.
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Audrey. Every injury and recovery is different, but experiencing increased pain while wearing the brace is unusual and something we take seriously. Our team will reach out directly to better understand your injury, check the fit and setup, and see how we can help.
I was struggling with PTTD apparently caused by a fallen arch. I did PT for months and only wore orthopedic shoes. I had lost my ability to walk any distance. Even with improvement, a walk through the grocery store required days of recovery.
The recoverX gave me immediate mobility. After a few months of daily use I suddenly realized that my pain was gone. I no longer wear it around the house but I do wear it everywhere I go.
Tayco service and support have been excellent.
Getting back to walking without days of recovery is a huge milestone! We’re thrilled the RecoverX Brace has helped you regain mobility and that our team has been there to support you along the way. Thank you for sharing your experience, Robert!
This brace really helps with my ankle stability. Highly recommended by me and I should know.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Henry! Nothing beats finding the right support when you need it. Thanks for trusting the TayCo Brace and for the strong recommendation!
