XAB Medical Brace Keep Your Shoes with TayCo Brace Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- TAYCO
Table of Contents
XAB Medical Brace Keep Your Shoes with TayCo Brace
TayCo Custom Order Form
Step-by-Step Instructions for the TayCo Custom Medical or Athletic Braces:
Installation Instruction
Step 1 Patient, Shipping, and Billing Information
Step 2 Fabrication Requirements, Select:
Custom from Measurements
- Photos of shoes (no sandals or flats) are required for fabrication
Custom from Casts
- Please send a cast of the patient’s leg while wearing their shoe for fabrication. Mail to: 17530 Dugdale Dr. South Bend, IN 46635
- Custom from Scan
Step 3a Custom from Measurements:
Please take 6 measurements on this side of the order form using the diagrams in the next column. Video Instructions: Click Here And, 4 photos detailed on page 2 of this document. Photos of shoes (no sandals or flats) are required for fabrications.
Step 3b Custom from Cast:
Cast the patient’s leg over the shoe (weight bearing)
Video Instructions : Click
Here
Please send a cast of the patient’s leg while wearing their shoe for
fabrication: 17530 Dugdale Dr., South Bend, IN 46635 (Including measurements
and/or photos can also be beneficial)
Step 3c Custom from Scan:
Scan patient’s leg with shoe on (weight bearing) –
Video Instructions: Click
Here
(Including measurements and/or photos can also be beneficial)
Step 4 Provide Shoe Information
The TayCo brace is fabricated to fit over the footwear the patient provides at their measuring and fitting appointments. For ultimate fit and function, this shoe (WALKING/JOGGING SHOE, CLEAT, OR WORK BOOT) should be worn exclusively with the device.
Step 5 Select Hinge Option
- Free Motion Standard for most patients
- Immobilized at 90° (Can be converted to ROM)
Step 6 Select rush fabrication and/or shipping
Our current lead time is averaging 3-6 weeks. If you need more quickly, please check the following option:
- 2-Day Rush Fabrication $130 Fee
Requires measurements, cast, or digital scan to be received by 11:00 AM Eastern Time, Monday – Thursday. Fabrication is not available on Fridays
Shipping Options
Step 7 Provide any additional notes
Step 8 Before submitting, please verify
For Custom from Measurements
6 measurements and 4 photos are included
For Custom from Cast
The cast was taken with the shoe on and includes the ankle and lower leg (to
mid-calf)
For Custom from Scan
The scan was taken with the shoe on and includes the ankle and lower leg (to
mid-calf)
Step 9 Submit forms
Email or Text Completed form to orders@taycobrace.com (E-mail is preferred for photo quality) Customer Service 574.968.0066 | Fax 574.245.8882 If applicable, send cast to 17530 Dugdale Dr., South Bend, IN 46635
Four photos are required to fabricate a TayCo brace from measurements.
- Pictures taken on smartphones are acceptable.
- Position the heel of the shoe on the grid in the indicated area. While completing steps 1-3, do not move or reposition the shoe.
- To ensure a perfect fit, measure the printout for accuracy before you begin (instructions on grid)
ONE
Take an overhead view of the shoe on the grid. Make sure the grid is visible
in the photo.
TWO
Take a lateral view of the shoe. The gird must be visible for accurate
fabrication.
THREE
Take a posterior view of the shoe. Make sure the grid is visible in the photo.
FOUR
With the shoe on and weight bearing, take a posterior view of the ankle. No
grid is necessary.
The TayCo Brace is fabricated to fit over the footwear the patient provides at their measuring and fitting appointments. For ultimate fit and function, this shoe should be worn exclusively with the device.
E-MAIL COMPLETED FORMS | E-mail orders@taycobrace.com | Customer Service 574.968.0066
Email or Text Completed form to orders@taycobrace.com (E-mail is preferred for photo quality) Customer Service 574.968.0066 | Fax 574.245.8882
Type of Custom Brace Order: Medical Athletic Speed (Low profile)
Specifications
- Type: Custom Medical or Athletic Braces
- Lead Time : 3-6 weeks
- Rush Fabrication Option: 2-Day Rush available with an additional $130 fee
- Shipping Options: UPS Ground, 2nd Day, Next Day
FAQ
Q: How long is the average lead time for fabrication?
A: The current lead time is averaging 3-6 weeks.
Q: Can I rush my fabrication process?
A: Yes, there is a 2-Day Rush Fabrication option available with an
additional $130 fee.