Full TayCo XAB Custom Fitting Instructions

Step 1:

Determine proper hinge settings and adjust hinge to Fixed, Limited Range of Motion, or Free Motion (see separate instructions for hinge modification)

Step 2:

Adjust the stirrup strap that runs underneath the shoe.
In a seated position with knee bent at 90°, lift heel and slide brace over the back of the shoe. (Fig. 1).
Lift up the posterior band of the TayCo, to position it over the heel of the shoe, ensuring that the posterior band is in contact with the heel counter junction, above the sole, (at least 1/2")and the uprights are in-line with the ankle and lower leg. (Fig. 2) Secure straps 1 and 2 and inspect the stirrup strap for potential adjustment. (Fig. 3).
Remove the TayCo and adjust the stirrup strap to fit the patient and shoe. Strap can be easily adjusted by using a screwdriver to loosen the strap from the fixation peg and moving the strap to another hole position to fit on the fixation peg.
Don the TayCo again, securing straps 1 and 2 (Fig. 3). The stirrup strap is the correct length if the brace is 1/2" to l" above the bottom of the sole at the heel and 1/4" to 1/2" above the sole towards the toes. (Fig 2).
Trim any excess portion of the stirrup strap.

Step 3:

Adjust the contouring of the uprights.
With TayCo on, check contouring of the uprights against the lower leg and remove the TayCo brace. Make any necessary adjustments to the uprights by bending them to better match the contour of the lower leg.
Bending can be done by simply placing the outer surface of the upright against the edge of a hard surface such as a chair back or counter and bending the upright in the appropriate direction. Please note that the shape of every calf is unique.

Step 4:

Confirm contouring.
Don the TayCo again, to ensure that the contouring closely matches
the contours of the lower leg.

Step 5:

Adjust the length of the TayCo XAB Footplates.
Check the length on the medial and lateral side of the footplate of the TayCo. The footplate should extend just proximal to the apex of the metatarsal heads, and should be slightly flared away from the shoe at the distal end.
a. Trim any excess plastic away using shears, buffing the edges to a smooth finish.
b. To flare distal ends, heat the distal ends using a heat gun or small torch on the outer surface of the plastic and pressing the heated edge from the inside against a hard surface.

Step 6:

Secure straps.
Once again, don the TayCo and tighten strap 1 and 2. Then, position the uprights running parallel to lower calf. Once the uprights are in the correct position, tighten straps 3 and 4. (Fig. 3)