TayCo Brace, Inc

TayCo Brace is a medical device manufacturer specializing in over-the-shoe ankle braces designed as innovative alternatives to traditional walking boots and ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs). Founded in 2016 by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Fred Ferlic and renowned athletic trainer Mike Bean, the company develops evidence-based external ankle support products backed by biomechanical research from Ball State University, Creighton University, and Transcend O&P. TayCo Brace offers four primary product lines: RecoverX Brace for injury recovery and chronic instability, AthleticX Brace for active mobility and sports, Acute XAB Brace for custom-fit acute recovery, and Custom Medical XAB Brace for chronic conditions. All braces feature unique over-the-shoe design enabling users to wear preferred footwear while maintaining stability and mobility. The company serves healthcare providers (over 1,500 physicians and athletic trainers), NCAA/NFL/NBA/MLB teams, military personnel, and individual consumers. With over 100,000 individuals fitted since 2017 and physician endorsement across major health systems including Duke Health and Upperline Health, TayCo Brace delivers clinical outcomes including faster recovery compared to CAM boots and improved gait mechanics without compromising knee and hip function.