I have peroneal tendinitis and have tried at least a half dozen ankle braces, but none have given me the support I needed to take force off my ankle. I have been wearing my Tayco brace for a week. (Initially, strap 1 was too short, but customer service was incredibly responsive in getting me a replacement.) It is easy to put on and take off, and I feel much more secure wearing it. Played gold yesterday with no problems. Highly recommend.
This RecoverX brace was exactly what I needed when transitioning from a CAM boot to ankle brace. I can lock it to prevent ankle movement or, now that I’ve been approved to strengthen foot muscles and transition to full weight bearing, I can unlock it for full mobility. In these early transitioning days, I need the support, but I also need the mobility of the unlocked brace. And it’s so much more convenient, as it fits over any shoe! I love it!
Thank you for taking the time to share your story, Helen! We’re thrilled the RecoverX Brace has given you both the support and freedom you need during recovery. That smooth transition out of the boot and into mobility is exactly what we designed it for—so glad it’s working for you!
If you have a problem with the brace, call TayCo! - great customer service. I had trouble setting up my brace for the first time, then kind of messed up two straps, but after talking with TayCo the next day, it will be okay.
I was able to try the brace and was impressed. I'm not used walking almost normal (drop-foot) but I felt pretty secure and able to walk without wobbling. I think it's going to help more than anything else I've tried in the past!
Thanks for your honest feedback, Robert. We’re glad the brace is working for you so far, but we’re sorry the instructions caused frustration. That’s not the experience we aim for, and will use this feedback to continuing improving.
Bought this for my daughter as she was returning to sports from a fibula fracture. Allows for full range of motion, but protects from rolling & breaking again.
Thank for the fantastic review, Lisa. We’re so glad to hear your daughter is getting back to sports with the protection and mobility she needs. Wishing her a strong and confident return to play! 💪
Great brace
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Ron!
This has worked out perfectly for my husband and after his stroke. It is better than the one specifically made for him. It was recommended by his PT. Easy on and off.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful feedback, Janice! We’re thrilled to hear that the brace has been such a great solution for your husband after his stroke. Knowing it’s easier to use and more effective than his custom brace means a lot to us. Wishing him continued comfort and support on his journey!
Have had great customer service with the minor problem I had.
Thank you, Rick! We're glad to hear you're back doing what you love.
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Thank you for taking the time to share a review, William!
Love it makes a big difference in my day to day mobility
We’re so glad to hear that your AthleticX Brace is making a difference in your daily mobility, Charlie! That’s exactly what it’s designed for. Thanks for sharing!
The brace really works. It’s a vast improvement cause I couldn’t even walk and that my walking is coming back slowly, but surely. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing your story, Thomas! We’re thrilled to hear that your RecoverX Brace is helping you get back on your feet. You’ve got this! 💪
My husband has foot drop and neuropathy. We have had custom braces made at about 5× the price of the TayCo brace and he says it is a lot more comfortable and gives him better support then the expensive brace.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear TayCo Brace is providing your husband with both comfort and strong support, especially compared to more expensive custom options.
I bought the brace to eliminate the chance of rolling my ankle after total ankle replacement surgery. I have another brace which fit inside a shoe but it wax uncomfortable. The TayCo brace which fits over the shoe is extremely comfortable while providing the stability and resistance to rolling that is required. I use the brace for both backpacking and tennis
Thank you for sharing your story, Clyde! We’re thrilled to hear the AthleticX Brace is giving you both comfort and stability after your ankle replacement surgery. Knowing it’s supporting you through backpacking and tennis is exactly why we do what we do. We appreciate you sharing your experience and wish you many more adventures ahead!
Top strap came unglued where the Tayco logo is at . Need the toe strap to be about 2-3 inches longer barely goes across my boot with not much velcro securing it .
Rick,
Thank you so much for the note, and we would be happy to provide an extra long strap for your brace and anything else you might need.
We hope the new straps are a great fit, and please let us know if we can help in any other way,
The TayCo Brace Team
Good material and easy to follow instructiins with the videos that were provided to me via text since I couldn't figure it out myself.
It keeps your ankle and leg in place in the locked position. The only rrason I gave it 4 stars is because the brace plastic strap on bottom does not fit on my Hoka Bondi shoes due to a wide heel base on the shoe so I had to switch shoes.
Thank you for your review, Sylvia! We’re glad the brace is giving your ankle the locked-in support you need. We appreciate your feedback about the fit with your Hoka Bondi shoes as shoe compatibility can vary, and insights like yours help us improve. We’re happy you found a shoe that works, and we’ll keep working to make the fit even more versatile!
This ankle brace is not the usual flimsy ankle wrap. This brace provides great support for your injured ankle, with the added benefit of fitting over your shoe which provides you with the ability to maintain your normal stepping pattern. I sprained my ankle about 5 years ago and it has been getting progressively worse. This brace has greaatly reduced the pain associated with everyday walking. I am very pleased with this product (the Recovery model), and would recommend.
Bob M.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Bob! We’re thrilled to hear the RecoverX Brace has given you real support, reduced your pain, and helped you keep a natural walking pattern.
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Robert!
I have chronic pain from trauma to my ankle. It is permanent unfortunately and many days I have to resort to wheelchair. My doctor recommended I try Tayco’s boot as I have been using several others with little relief. Since using the Tayco, I have experienced incredible relief from pain when I walk. It’s very light weight which is critical. Other heavier boots have only added to the pain after wearing for even a short period of time. Tayco has been a God-send for sure.
We’re so grateful you shared your experience, Debra. It means the world to hear that RecoverX Brace has given you real relief and lightened the burden of daily pain. Knowing it’s helped you stay more mobile and comfortable is exactly why we exist, and we’re honored to be part of your journey.
Overall, I love the brace. I’m coming off of a 5 year battle with an ankle injury; 4 major surgeries in 4 years. I love that it doesn’t squeeze and swelling doesn’t cause it to strangle my ankle. However, I have serious concerns about the durability of the strap that runs under the shoe, and it does not appear replaceable.
Thank you for sharing your review, Stephanie! And we're so glad you're having a good experience with it. The undershoe strap is Kevlar-reinforced and while it might wear, it won't break. However, if it does, please contact us and we'll be happy to replace it for free. That's part of our satisfaction guarantee!
I struggled to find shoes to fit ankle braces in and none of those options removed the pain in my ankle. They just reduced swelling and supported ankle from twisting. This brace fits on sandals and gym shoes and removes pain in my ankle. Best Ankle Brace EVER!
We love hearing this, Rosemary! We’re so glad the AthleticX Brace not only works with your shoes but also helps relieve your ankle pain. Thank you for calling it the Best Ankle Brace EVER — that means the world to us!
Mymost recent purchase of the ankle brace was rewarding.After two ankle surgeries I can walk much better .Thanks for your product and your prompt service!
We’re so glad to hear your brace is helping you walk more comfortably after surgery, John! Thank you for your kind words and for trusting us — we’re honored to support your recovery.
Patrick Desmond here. I have been a long time user of TayCo Braces, I have the Custom External AFO Brace for both ankles. I have irreparably damaged ankles where no manner of surgery, including ankle replacement, would be effective. I was recommended TayCo Braces several years ago by my Podiatrist and Ortho. The braces have totally changed my life - enhancing my quality of life in a way I could not have imagined possible. Where before, I had very limited mobility and constant pain, I am now, with the TayCo Braces, able to lead a very comfortable life. I walk, golf, travel and am quite active. I wear the Braces, all day - every day, and as a result, I have significantly improved my mobility and I am essentially pain free. I have even bought additional duplicate braces, so I can rotate them to increase their longevity. They wear well and re easy on and easy off, are very comfortable and perform as advertised. The TayCo support staff is professional in every regard - responsive, helpful and courteous. Totally professional product, supported by a totally professional staff.
Patrick, we are beyond grateful for your incredible review. Hearing that our braces have transformed your mobility, comfort, and quality of life is exactly why we do what we do. Thank you for trusting us and for your kind words about both our braces and our team — your story inspires us every day!
This is exactly what I needed. I’ve used the other Tayco brace, and now after surgery I needed a more flexible model. This works perfectly
We truly appreciate you sharing your experience, Russell! We’re so glad the AthleticX Brace has been exactly what you needed, and that it's working well for you after surgery.
This brace is exactly what we needed after my son’s Achilles tendon surgery. I would give 5 stars, but I paid for expedited shipping and the product was “delayed” so we did not receive it as quickly as expected. I reached out to the company asking to be refunded for the extra shipping cost ($30) but no one ever responded to me or even acknowledged the issue. I do, however, get daily emails from this company asking me for a review. So here it is. Not great customer service at all but a very nice product.
**Update**
After reading my review, the company responded and refunded the shipping cost. They were genuinely apologetic for not “catching” my request sooner and offered great customer service through the refund process.
We’re glad to hear the AthleticX Brace has been helpful for your son after surgery, but we’re truly sorry your experience with shipping and customer service. This is not consistent with our standards, nor the level of care we aim to provide. We’ll be reaching out to you directly to make things right.
Much better than custom braces I have had and helpful with the fitting.
We’re so glad to hear that your AthleticX Brace is both comfortable and supportive, and that it’s been an improvement over custom braces you’ve tried in the past. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience, Robert!
Prob.would of worked better for me if my foot wasn't to far gone.foots turning left and pushing where arch should of been.basically walking on bone.Im flat footed,don't help any either.,but thanks for asking.J.W.
Thank you for sharing your experience, J.W. We’re truly sorry to hear about the challenges you’re facing with your foot, and we understand how difficult that must be. While the RecoverX Brace can provide support for many, every situation is unique, and it sounds like you’re dealing with some complex issues that go beyond what our brace can fully address. We genuinely appreciate you giving it a try and sharing your honest feedback. Please know our team is always here if you’d like to talk through options or need guidance on getting the most out of your brace.
